On President’s Day, the USCIS held a ceremony in Iraq to naturalize 53 service members who are currently serving their country. The 53 service members are able to naturalize in Iraq due to changes in the law that allow service members to naturalize while serving overseas. Noncitizens who have serviced in the armed forces may qualify for special privileges and exceptions during the naturalization process – including, in some instances, a waiver of the $625 naturalization application fee. If you are applying for naturalization, please contact a naturalization lawyer to ensure your eligibility.