USCIS uses two versions of the naturalization civics test. Which one you get depends only on the date you filed Form N-400.
| 2025 test | 2008 test | |
|---|---|---|
| Who takes it | N-400 filed on or after Oct. 20, 2025 | N-400 filed before Oct. 20, 2025 |
| Question bank | 128 questions | 100 questions |
| Questions asked | Up to 20 | Up to 10 |
| To pass | 12 correct | 6 correct |
| Test stops when | 12 correct or 9 wrong | 6 correct or 5 wrong |
| 65/20 | 10 of the 20 starred questions, pass with 6 | 10 of the 20 starred questions, pass with 6 |
What if I fail?
If you fail the civics or English test at your interview, USCIS gives you a second chance to retake the part you failed, usually 60 to 90 days later. You don't pay a new fee for this second test.
Are the answers the same?
Many questions overlap, but the 2025 list has more history and government questions, and some answers are worded differently. Study the list for your version. PassTheOath currently covers the 2025 list of 128 questions.
Official source: USCIS — 2025 Civics Test.