N-336

Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings (Under Section 336 of the INA)

Agency
USCIS
Revision
Edition 04/01/24
Fillable fields
163
Pages
7
Official source
USCIS form page
Checked
October 20, 2026
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Form N-336: Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings

Form N-336, Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings (Under Section 336 of the INA), is used to request a hearing before an immigration officer on a USCIS denial of Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.

The USCIS page says a hearing can be requested if the Form N-400 is denied after the eligibility interview and the applicant believes they can overcome the grounds for denial. It says to file within 30 calendar days of receiving the decision, or within 33 calendar days if USCIS mailed it, and that USCIS generally rejects a request that is not timely filed.

The page adds that if a late request meets the requirements for a motion to reopen or motion to reconsider, USCIS will reopen or reconsider the case and send a decision. The instructions say documents or briefs may be submitted with the form or at the hearing.

Top of page 1 of Form N-336: Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings, as printed by USCIS

What's on Form N-336

Part 1: Information about you

A-Number, legal and other names, date of birth, USCIS online account number, physical and mailing addresses, and work and evening phone numbers.

Part 2: The Form N-400 denial

The N-400 receipt number, the date of the denial notice, the USCIS office that issued it, and whether the N-400 was based on qualifying military service.

Part 3: Biographic information

Ethnicity, race, height, weight, eye color and hair color. The instructions say providing it may reduce the time spent at a biometrics appointment.

Part 4: Reason for the hearing

The reasons for requesting a hearing on the denied Form N-400, with additional documents or briefs attached if the applicant chooses.

Parts 5 to 7: Statements and signatures

The applicant's statement, contact details, certification and signature, then the interpreter and preparer sections.

Part 8: Additional information

Extra space for answers that do not fit, with the page, part and item number for each one.

How to fill out Form N-336

  1. 1

    Use edition 04/01/24 and black ink

    Type or print legibly in black ink. The USCIS page says every page has to come from the same edition, with the edition date and page numbers visible, or USCIS may reject the form.

  2. 2

    Complete the fields USCIS checks first

    The page says USCIS rejects the form if the family name, date of birth or address is missing. The instructions say to put your A-Number at the top right of each page, or N/A if you have none.

  3. 3

    Copy the details of the denial

    The instructions say the N-400 receipt number is in the upper left corner of the receipt notice. Add the date of the denial notice in mm/dd/yyyy form and the USCIS office that issued it.

  4. 4

    Give your physical address

    The instructions say to give where you now reside and not a PO Box unless it is your only address. VAWA beneficiaries may give a safe address. Outside the United States, repeat the city if there is no state and enter 00000 for a missing postal code.

  5. 5

    Explain your reasons in Part 4

    State why you are requesting a hearing on the denied Form N-400. Use Part 8 for more space, and write N/A where a question does not apply and None for a zero.

  6. 6

    Sign Part 5

    A stamped or typewritten name is not accepted, and the page says USCIS rejects an unsigned form. This page lets you fill the form online free, then print it for signature.

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Where to file, timing, evidence and fees

Filing options

The USCIS page says Form N-336 may be filed online through a USCIS online account or by mail. Mailed forms go to the USCIS Phoenix or Elgin Lockbox, depending on where you live, and the page lists which states and territories go where.

When to file

Within 30 calendar days of receiving the decision denying the Form N-400, or 33 calendar days if USCIS mailed it, the page says. It also says USCIS does not refund the fee if the request is rejected as not timely filed.

Fee

The fee is on the USCIS Fee Schedule page (Form G-1055), which can change. Check it on the day you file. The instructions say USCIS rejects a request without the correct fee unless it comes with Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver.

Supporting documents

The instructions say additional documents or briefs may be submitted with the form or at the hearing. A foreign-language document needs a full English translation with the translator's certification.

E-Notification

To get an email or text message when a USCIS lockbox accepts the form, the page says to complete Form G-1145 and clip it to the first page of the form.

If USCIS rejects the form

The instructions say a rejected form and any fees are returned, with the reason, when a complete and valid mailing address is given, and the deficiency can be corrected and Form N-336 refiled.

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Who files Form N-336?

  • Applicants whose Form N-400 was denied

    The form is for a naturalization applicant requesting a hearing on the denial of their Form N-400. Part 2 asks for the N-400 receipt number, the denial date and the USCIS office that issued the denial.

  • Applicants with military service

    Part 2, Item 4 asks whether the Form N-400 was filed on the basis of qualifying military service.

  • Who signs the request

    The instructions say every request carries the signature of the naturalization applicant, or a legal guardian, surrogate or designated representative if applicable. A parent or legal guardian may sign for an applicant under 14.

  • Attorneys and representatives

    The page says an applicant may be represented at no expense to the U.S. government, and the representative submits Form G-28 with Form N-336 or at the time of the interview.

  • Interpreters and preparers

    Anyone who read the form to the applicant in another language completes and signs Part 6, and anyone who prepared it completes and signs Part 7.

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Questions about Form N-336

How long is there to file Form N-336?

The USCIS page says within 30 calendar days of receiving the decision denying the Form N-400, or within 33 calendar days if USCIS mailed the decision.

What if the deadline is missed?

The page says USCIS generally rejects a request that is not timely filed. If it meets the requirements for a motion to reopen or motion to reconsider, USCIS will reopen or reconsider the case and send a decision.

Can Form N-336 be filed online?

Yes. The page lists online filing through a USCIS online account, and filing by mail to the USCIS Phoenix or Elgin Lockbox.

Can more documents be sent after filing?

The instructions say additional documents or briefs may be submitted at the time of filing Form N-336 or at the time of the N-336 hearing.

Who holds the hearing?

The instructions say Form N-336 requests a hearing before an immigration officer on the denial of Form N-400.

What is the Form N-336 filing fee?

USCIS fees change, so this page does not list one. The N-336 page points to the USCIS Fee Schedule, and the instructions point to Form G-1055.