FAQ - My Certificate of Citizenship/Certificate of Naturalization instructs me not to photocopy. What should I do?

Question
My Certificate of Citizenship/Certificate of Naturalization instructs me not to photocopy. What should I do?
Answer

Older versions of the Certificate of Citizenship and the Certificate of Naturalization instruct the holder not to photocopy. The Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services has advised the Department that these documents may be photocopied if done for lawful purposes such as documenting eligibility for Federal Student Aid funds.