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Immigration & Naturalization

Naturalization & Citizenship Information

Complete this worksheet to determine if you are eligible for naturalization: Naturalization Eligibility Worksheet.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) lists the steps to becoming a citizen here: 10 Steps to Naturalization. You can find other links and the answers to many questions on the same webpage.

​When you are ready to pursue U.S. citizenship, register for one of the classes below or contact KIN for assistance.

Immigration Legal Services*
* Provided by Catholic Charities of East Tennessee (CCETN) ​

The Office of Immigrant Services can help with:
  • legal assistance with family reunification
  • adjustment of status for refugees and asylees
  • Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals
  • humanitarian services under the Violence Against Women Act and more. ​
Services are low cost or 'pro bono' (meaning no cost).
You must make an appointment: 
(865) 971-3550​.
CCETN Office of Immigrant Services

U.S. Citizenship Test Preparation Classes*
* Provided by Tennessee Immigrant Empowerment Solutions (TIES) 

Naturalization is a very personal decision and an important milestone. This 12-class course prepares you for your Naturalization interview. Classes are for those who have applied or already qualify to apply for Citizenship.
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This course offers ...
  • Assistance with the Naturalization process and paperwork
  • Preparation and coaching for the Naturalization interview
  • Training to improve your English reading, writing, and speaking skills
  • Learning the answers to all 100 civic questions
  • Course includes Civics questions, Reading, Writing, & Speaking in English
Cost: $35 (due at the first class; includes all materials)

Knoxville - MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
Classes begin January, 2025

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Where: Center for English inside West Lonsdale Baptist Church
          2720 Dayton St. NW
          Knoxville, TN 37921
          (865) 235-1607
Childcare: $1 per child per day.

West Knoxville - SATURDAYS
Classes begin January 25, 2025

Where: Concord United Methodist Church
          11020 Roane Drive
          Knoxville, TN 37934
          (713) 859-9102
Adults only. No childcare available.

Knoxville - MONDAYS
Classes begin February 3, 2025.
Mondays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Central Bearden Church - in the CORE Building
          6310 Deane Hill Road, Knoxville 37919
          (865) 450-1000

Adults only. No childcare available.

For more information, call  (865) 450-1000 or email: [email protected]
Website: www.tiesknoxville.org

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865.235.1476​
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Knoxville, TN 37930
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6300 Deane Hill Drive
Knoxville, TN 37919
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  • Home
  • Get Involved
    • Start or Grow an Adult English Program
    • Volunteer >
      • LaMP
      • Embrace Program
      • Adult English Programs
      • 2nd Home
      • Occasional Opportunities
      • Translate/Interpret
    • Training >
      • Volunteer Adult English Teacher Training
      • ELL Volunteer Continuing Education
      • Cross-Cultural Communication Seminar
      • International Experience
      • Culture Orientation
    • Events & Festivals
    • Visit Businesses Owned by Local Internationals >
      • Restaurants
      • In-Home Medical Care
    • Finances & Donations
    • Personal Growth Resources
  • The Network
    • Partner Portal
    • Volunteer Portal
  • Resources for Local Internationals
    • 2nd Home for College Students
    • Immigration & Naturalization
    • Employment Assistance
    • Healthcare Resources
    • Driving Resources
    • Home Ownership & Money Management
  • Impact Stories
  • DONATE