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USCIS Naturalization Records Release Rules

The rules governing the release of naturalization records of deceased individuals by USCIS, including the 100-year presumption of death and the requirement for documentary proof.

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Jan 17, 2026

What federal rules govern the release of USCIS naturalization records for deceased individuals and how have they been applied previously?

Federal rules for releasing USCIS naturalization records of deceased individuals are governed primarily by the agency’s genealogical regulations and implementing Code of Federal Regulations provisions...