Citizenship Resources
U.S. Citizenship Course - Coming in Spring of 2024
Six-week study course for the U.S. Naturalization test.
Main Library, DiMattia Building. Tech Center. 3rd floor.
Mondays & Thursdays starting at 10:30 am
April 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
May 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23
Applicants must read, write, and comprehend basic English.
Applicants age 50 and older with 20 years of legal permanent residency or 55 and older with 15 years of legal permanent residency could be excused from the English literacy requirement.
Registration is required.
Register at the Second Floor Information Desk at the Main Library or by calling 203-351-8221.
Study Online for Citizenship Exam
This is a self-paced citizenship preparation course created at the Hartford Public Library and courteously offered to the Ferguson Library patrons.
Preparing for The Oath U.S. History and Civics for Citizenship
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Interactive U.S. Citizenship Course
This free online course helps immigrants prepare for all parts of the naturalization interview.
Pronunciator: The World’s Largest Language Learning Service
Prepare for Naturalization Test with Pronunciator
- Comprehensive language learning software supports learning of 80 languages in 50 different interfaces
- Largest ESL curriculum with courses in 50 non-English languages
- Apps are available for iPad, iPhone, Android, and Kindle
- Includes up to 22 months of guided instructions per language, and 6-8 weeks of travel, citizenship, and healthcare courses.
Citizenship Interview Training
To schedule an individual appointment for Mock Interview for American history, civics and N400 call 203-351-8228.
If you had failed English part of the exam, please click here to check our ESL and Literacy resources.
Citizenship & Immigration Community Resources
Immigration Help
![Immigration Help](/sites/default/files/styles/community_resource_image_teaser/public/2021-09/Immigration%20Help%20Logo.png?itok=lL8WR5_Q)
Legal-aid nonprofit organization helping low-income immigrants prepare their immigration forms online for free.
Provides pro bono help with work permits, DACA, and citizenship applications.
Translation Services
List of businesses and individual translators approved by Connecticut State Department of Motor Vehicles.
AILA - American Immigration Lawyers Association
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AILA Member attorneys represent U.S. families seeking permanent residence for close family members, as well as U.S. businesses seeking talent from the global marketplace. AILA Members also represent foreign students, entertainers, athletes, and asylum seekers, often on a pro bono basis. Services include naturalization clinics, programs for immigrants, service providers, and immigration lawyers.
Jewish Family Service of Greenwich
![JFS Greenwich logo](/sites/default/files/styles/community_resource_image_teaser/public/2021-04/JFS_Greenwich_logo.png?itok=kvDXMwHg)
A non-profit, non discriminatory social service agency which provides quality, affordable social services. Accredited representatives.
One Holly Hill Lane
Greenwich, CT 06830
United States
CIRI (Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants)
![Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants logo](/sites/default/files/styles/community_resource_image_teaser/public/2021-04/CIRI-biline-lo-sticky.png?itok=TDVSqj2i)
A statewide nonprofit human services agency helping immigrants, refugees, and their families. Application assistance from accredited representatives.
34 Woodland Ave.
Stamford, CT 06901
United States
Building One Community
![Building One Community: The Center for Immigrant Opportunity logo](/sites/default/files/styles/community_resource_image_teaser/public/2021-04/B1C_logo.png?itok=SSqwGO58)
A non-profit organization providing a comprehensive resource center for recent immigrants in Stamford, Connecticut.
75 Selleck St.
Stamford, CT 06901
United States
Adult Continuing Education
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Programs and enrichment courses for residents of Stamford and surrounding communities.
175 Atlantic St.
Stamford, CT 06901
United States