OLGT 2018-11: USCIS Naturalization and Citizenship Certificate Redesign Pilot

Beginning January 22, 2018, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) designated four of its field offices and one service center (none in Massachusetts) to participate in a 10-day pilot to issue redesigned naturalization and citizenship certificates to U.S. citizens.  The redesign is part of an ongoing USCIS initiative to deter counterfeiting by adding enhanced graphics and fraud-resistant security features to critical documents.
 
The process of applying for and receiving naturalization and citizenship certificates has not changed.  Previously issued certificates will remain valid as proof of citizenship or naturalization, regardless of when they were issued. 
 
If the pilot is successful, USCIS will begin to issue the new certificates nationwide at a future date.