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Help someone finish the journey to becoming an American
The final steps to U.S. citizenship can be the hardest. You can help someone cross the finish line.
Become a Citizen Guide
Join the Official Kickoff
Join us for the official kickoff of the Welcome.US Citizen Guide program and learn how you can become a Citizen Guide. The live event is July 9 at 2 p.m. ET.
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For Green Card holders (LPRs)
“I'm working toward U.S. citizenship and interested in the program.”
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For partners and organizations
"I lead an organization or community."
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One success story. Thousands more to come.
Lolav spent years working toward U.S. citizenship. Susie helped her prepare for the final steps. Together they studied civics, practiced interview questions, and built a friendship that stretched from Massachusetts to Tennessee.
In April 2026, Lolav became a U.S. citizen—with Susie standing beside her.
Across America, thousands of aspiring citizens are working toward that same moment. You could be the person who helps someone reach it.
They've done the hard work. Now they need someone in their corner.
Earning U.S. citizenship isn't a single moment—it's years of commitment, paperwork, interviews, and preparation.
The people pursuing citizenship through the Citizen Guide program have already chosen the legal path. They've built lives in America, contributed to their communities, and worked hard for the opportunity to become U.S. citizens.
But even after years of perseverance, many reach the final stretch without the support they need.
That's where you come in. One hour a week can change someone's life.
Citizen Guides are trained volunteers who support aspiring Americans during the final steps toward citizenship. You don't need to be an immigration expert. We'll provide the training. You'll provide the encouragement.
On a long, hard road, one person can make all the difference.
What is the Citizen Guide experience?
We make it simple. Here’s how.
- Choose how you'd like to help. Pick from citizenship test tutoring, conversational English practice, or mock citizenship interview practice (see the three roles below).
- Receive training, resources, and guidance directly through our virtual platform. No experience required.
- Get matched one-on-one with an aspiring American who is learning and preparing for the citizenship exam.
- Provide support by hosting one-hour virtual sessions with your learner. About an hour a week, for around 10 weeks.
Share ideas, ask questions, and receive support through volunteer office hours and direct engagement with our team.
I'm in such a privileged position to be able to help [green card holders] finally achieve this dream that they have. I've seen countless people that have [passed their exams], and I can only imagine how much joy they're filled with and how much relief they have… to be a part of that is just something that I can't put into words. I would just really emphasize how great this work is."
Attend an info session
Ready to get involved? Learn more about the Welcome.US citizenship initiative and how you can become a Citizen Guide. Live information sessions start June 17.
Choose how you help
Volunteers can choose one or more roles as a Citizen Guide. No experience needed.
Sign up to learn moreCitizenship test tutor
Help a learner study for the citizenship exam, including practicing civics questions and reviewing the English reading, writing, and comprehension skills the exam requires. Typically 10 weekly sessions of 1 hour each.
English conversation partner
Help a learner build language skills and communication confidence for everyday life and the citizenship exam. Typically 8 to 10 weekly sessions of 1 hour each.
Citizenship interview partner
Practice citizenship interviews so a learner feels prepared and confident. Typically one or two 1-hour sessions per learner. Requires prior experience as a citizenship test tutor.
Not sure yet?
Tell us a little about yourself and we will share more about the program. You can get involved as a Citizen Guide or through other ways to support the initiative.
Take the first stepBecome a Citizen Guide
Learn about citizenship
The citizenship exam
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Who qualifies for citizenship?
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6 policy changes impacting the citizenship process
Learn moreOther ways to participate
Working toward U.S. citizenship?
If you have a green card and are preparing to take the citizenship exam, we can match you with a Citizen Guide. In this free program, a trained volunteer will help you prepare for the citizenship exam by studying civics, practicing English, or walking through a practice interview. It’s all online with a platform of your choice, on your schedule.
Get supportBring the program to your community
Faith communities, civic groups, businesses, schools, and nonprofits can share the Citizen Guide program as a resource with their members. We provide the training, connection, and study materials.
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