Citizenship civics test in native language

[Me&Her 2]

A family member (BigMA) is in the process of applying for citizenship. She has been here for 15+ years, 55+ years old so she can take the Civil Test in her native language (“55/15” exception). I (her son) will be her translator.

Has anyone been through this? When did you do it? How was it?

http://www.uscis.gov/us-citizenship/citizenship-through-naturalization/exceptions-accommodations

Exceptions & Accommodations

There are exceptions and modifications to the naturalization requirements that are available to those who qualify. USCIS also provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

For more information visit our A Guide to Naturalization page and the USCIS Policy Manual Citizenship and Naturalization Guidance.

English Language Exemptions

You Are Exempt From The English Language Requirement, But Are Still Required To Take The Civics Test If You Are:

• Age 50 or older at the time of filing for naturalization and have lived as a permanent resident (green card holder) in the United States for 20 years (commonly referred to as the “50/20” exception).
  OR
• Age 55 or older at the time of filing for naturalization and have lived as a permanent resident in the United States for 15 years (commonly referred to as the “55/15” exception).

Note:

• Even if you qualify for the “50/20” or “55/15” English language exceptions listed above, you must still take the civics test.
• You will be permitted to take the civics test in your native language.
• If you take the test in your native language, you must bring an interpreter with you to your interview.
• Your interpreter must be fluent in both English and your native language.
• If you are age 65 or older and have been a permanent resident for at least 20 years at the time of filing for naturalization, you will be given special consideration regarding the civics requirement.

For more information, see the USCIS Policy Manual Citizenship and Naturalization Guidance.

[kovacs 20]

Are you 100% fluent in both languages? Because it won't be a valid excuse to say a case was denied because you made a mistake in translation. The IO can get a translator on the phone if that is better.