N-565 filing fee (Replacement Certificate)
Form N-565, Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document: what USCIS charges, by filing category, from the official fee schedule.
Fee by filing category
| Filing Category | Paper Filing Fee | Online Filing Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General Filing | $555 | $505 |
| If you are filing because your certificate contains incorrect information due to USCIS error. | $0 | $0 |
How to pay
Online filings are paid through Pay.gov. For paper filings USCIS no longer accepts personal or business checks, money orders or cashier's checks unless you qualify for an exemption (Form G-1651): pay by credit, debit or prepaid card with Form G-1450 or from a U.S. bank account with Form G-1650. A wrong amount gets the whole filing rejected.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the N-565 fee in 2026?
The N-565 fee is $555 on paper and $505 online. Filing online saves $50. 1 filing category is exempt ($0). These are the amounts in the USCIS Fee Calculator, updated Oct 28, 2026.
Is it cheaper to file N-565 online?
Yes. Online filing costs $505 instead of $555 on paper, $50 less.
Can I get a fee waiver for N-565?
USCIS lists N-565 as eligible for a fee waiver for certain applicants. You request it with Form I-912 (or a written request) filed on paper together with the form, for example if you receive a means-tested public benefit, your household income is at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or you are in financial hardship. Fees set by law under Pub. L. 119-21 cannot be waived.
How do I pay the N-565 fee?
Online filings are paid through Pay.gov. For paper filings USCIS no longer accepts personal or business checks, money orders or cashier's checks unless you qualify for an exemption (Form G-1651): pay by credit, debit or prepaid card with Form G-1450 or from a U.S. bank account with Form G-1650. A wrong amount gets the whole filing rejected.
How long does N-565 take after I pay?
USCIS decided half of all N-565 cases within 7.6 months in Apr–Jun 2026. See the N-565 processing time page for the history.
Figures are copied from the official files without changes; derived numbers (changes, backlog estimates) are explained on the methodology page. Not legal advice.