On April 1, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) added a third gender option, “X,” on Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, marking a pivotal moment in inclusivity within immigration processes. Previously limited to the male and female binary, the updated form now offers a checkbox for “X” or “Another Gender Identity.” Form N-400 paves the way as the first immigration form to adopt this option.
The Biden administration believes immigration benefits, including the process of naturalization, should be accessible to individuals of all gender identities. The USCIS website further highlights, “Adding a third gender option helps ensure that secure identity documents and biographical data are accurate and helps both external stakeholders and individuals requesting immigration benefits.”
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If you are interested in applying for naturalization or want to learn more about the third gender identity option on U.S. immigration forms, we recommend contacting an immigration lawyer (Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area).
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