Form N-648: Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions
A licensed medical professional completes this form to certify that a naturalization applicant can't meet the English or civics requirement because of a physical or developmental disability or mental impairment.
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Instructions for filling out Form N-648: Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions
This template is used for official filing and documentation. Below are detailed instructions for completing, requirement details, and submission rules.
Who needs to fill out this document?
This form is designed for use by legal entities, individuals, or authorized representatives in the following cases:
- Naturalization applicants with qualifying disabilities.
- Doctors, osteopaths and clinical psychologists certifying applicants.
- Families helping elderly or disabled applicants.
What you will need before starting
Before filling out the interactive form, prepare the following details and documents:
Step-by-step filling process
- Applicant completes Part 1: Name, A-number and authorization.
- Professional completes the rest: Diagnosis, functional impact and exam details.
- Signatures: Professional and applicant sign.
- File with N-400: Submit it with the naturalization application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can complete it?
Only licensed medical doctors, doctors of osteopathy or clinical psychologists.
Does it waive the oath?
No. A separate waiver of the oath is possible in limited cases.
Does the form edition matter?
Yes. USCIS rejects outdated editions. Check the edition date printed at the bottom of each page and compare it with the edition listed on the form's page at uscis.gov before filing.
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