Form N-565 Processing Time

Check the latest estimated USCIS processing time for Form N-565, Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document.

Current Estimate Normal, Compared with this form's USCIS processing times since 2022
8.5 – 10 months
Latest USCIS estimate
Last Updated
Oct 19, 2026
Source: USCIS

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N-565 Processing Times by Service Center Operations

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Service Center Operations Min Max Status
Service Center Operations (SCOPS) 8.5 mo 10 mo Normal

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