After you file Form N-400, USCIS usually schedules a biometrics appointment at an Application Support Center (ASC). It is quick and nothing to be nervous about.
What happens there
- Your fingerprints are taken digitally.
- A photo and your signature are captured.
- This is used for the required FBI background check.
What to bring
- Your appointment notice (Form I-797C)
- Your green card
- A second photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, or passport)
Tips
- Arrive on time; the appointment itself usually takes about 15–20 minutes.
- If you can’t make it, follow the instructions on the notice to reschedule before the date.
- Some applicants have biometrics reused from a prior appointment and may not need a new one.
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