What does “civilian direction” mean?
Meaning: Being managed by non-military government officials.
How the officer may ask it
“Are you willing to perform work of national importance under civilian direction?”
How to answer
Listen carefully and answer only what is asked. If the officer asks what the word means, explain it in simple words, like: “Being managed by non-military government officials.” If something on your N-400 is unclear or you are not sure how to answer, talk to an immigration attorney before the interview — this is not legal advice.
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