Naturalization is the process by which U.S. citizenship is granted to a foreign citizen or national after he or she fulfills the requirements established by Congress in the Immigration and Nationality Act. The Court houses the Naturalization ceremonies, however, if you have any questions regarding the process or application procedure, please contact the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) directly at 800-375-5283. Please contact the Help Desk at the respective division for ceremony dates in Alexandria: 703-299-2101, Richmond: 804-916-2220, or Norfolk/Newport News: 757-222-7201.