USCIS introduces new rules for the Naturalisation Civics Test for Form N-400 applicants. Photo credit: Getty ImagesSource: Getty ImagesHow the 2025 civics test worksUnlike a written examination, the 2025 Naturalisation Civics Test is conducted entirely as an oral session. To pass, a candidate must answer at least 12 of those 20 questions correctly. In practice, this means no applicant will be asked all 20 questions if either outcome is reached beforehand. USCIS has made the full set of 128 civics questions publicly available to support preparation.