North Carolina Citizenship Test Preparation (2026)

The USCIS civics test uses the same 128-question pool everywhere, but three answers depend on where you live. If you live in North Carolina, here is what you need to know.

Officials verified September 2026.

Governor, U.S. Senators & Capital

Governor
Josh Stein
U.S. Senators
Thom Tillis and Ted Budd
You only need to name ONE of them on the test.
Capital
Raleigh

U.S. Representative

Your U.S. Representative depends on your home address in North Carolina. Do not use a statewide representative. Look up your exact Representative by zip code at house.gov.

Find your Representative

Practice saying:

Your North Carolina Preparation Plan

  1. Review these current North Carolina answers shortly before your interview.
  2. Practice the national civics question bank.
  3. Rehearse spoken N-400 and civics answers.
  4. Confirm election-sensitive answers before your appointment.

Relevant Study Links

North Carolina Citizenship Test - Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Governor of North Carolina?

As of September 2026, the Governor of North Carolina is Josh Stein. Check for updates before your interview.

Who are the U.S. Senators for North Carolina?

As of September 2026, the Senators are Thom Tillis and Ted Budd. You only need to name one on the test.

What is the capital of North Carolina?

The capital of North Carolina is Raleigh.

Who is my U.S. Representative in North Carolina?

It depends on your exact address in North Carolina. Look up your Representative at house.gov.

Do these answers change?

Yes, Governor and Senator answers change after elections. Always double-check before your interview.

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