N-565
Replace citizenship document (N-565)
Replace a lost, stolen, mutilated, or incorrect naturalization or citizenship certificate.
This guide explains what the form is — not whether you should file it. Only a licensed attorney or BIA-accredited representative can advise you on eligibility.
Form N-565 is the application to replace a U.S. naturalization certificate or certificate of citizenship that has been lost, stolen, mutilated, or that contains errors.
U.S. citizens who need to replace their naturalization or citizenship certificate file this form.
Government filing fee
$555
Fees may change. Verify the current fee at uscis.gov.
Government fees are paid directly to USCIS, not to Reunite Assure. Verify current fees at uscis.gov before filing.
Typical processing time
Approximately 8–14 months (estimate only).
Processing times are estimates only and are not guaranteed.
Documents typically required
- Explanation of why the certificate needs replacement (lost, stolen, damaged, name change, etc.)
- Current government-issued photo ID
- If mutilated: the damaged certificate itself
- If name change: legal documentation of the name change
- Additional documents per USCIS instructions
Review official USCIS instructions for the authoritative requirements.
Reunite Assure software fee
Self-Prep
$135
Complete
$235
Official USCIS page
uscis.gov/n-565Guided filing coming soon.
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