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petition for hearing on naturalization (ina 336(b))

If you are filing for citizenship (form N-400) and have already had your interview more than 120 days ago, you have an option other than mandamus: an action under Section 336(b) of the INA (8 USC 1447(b)).
Under this statutory scheme, the INA grants district courts jurisdiction to intervene where USCIS has failed to make a decision on the naturalization application within 120 days after the date on which the examination is conducted under such section.

Section 1447 (b) includes five general elements:
  1. USCIS must have failed to make a decision on the Naturalization application;
  2. The delay in decision-making by USCIS must have lasted for at least 120 days after the “examination”;
  3. The suit should be filed in federal district court, in the jurisdiction in which the applicant resides;
  4. The district court acquires jurisdiction over the matter;
  5. The court may either decide the naturalization application or may remand the case with instructions to USCIS.


If the USCIS has delayed making a decision on your citizenship application, you can file a Writ of Mandamus to force the USCIS to make a final decision. Our law firm will carefully review your case. We will assist you and recommend the most suitable course of action for you. 

Hala Kaddo
​HMA Legal Intern


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