Destroyed Naturalization Certificate

[bizmind]

I got my naturalization certificate on the 9-15-2011. Thought I should protect it so I laminated it. getting to post office to apply for passport, I learn that my certificate cannot be accepted that I need to file form n-565 which I already file. Does anybody has related experience to share, particular on how long it takes to process the n-565 form. Thank you for your contributions.

[nwctzn]

Depending on where you live, you will file your N565 either with the Texas or Nebraska service center. Both list their current N565 processing time as 6 months. You can check current processing times for both centers at: http://www.immihelp.com/processing-times/

[skumarimmi]

OK, I lamiated my naturalization certificate as well, but the person processing my passport (at the local walk-in), she mentioned that while laminating is a "bad" thing to do, she would still accept it. She mentioned that if the passport issuing office felt that the certificate was tampered with they would not return the certificate.

However, I got certificate back (and the US passport issued as well)

I suggest you simply try another location.

[bizmind]

unfortunately I have file form n-565 and I sent the certificate with the form.