Robert J. Dole United States Courthouse
500 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66101

While guests are encouraged to attend, we kindly request limiting the number of guests to no more than 2-3 per applicant to ensure adequate space for all attendees. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Check-in: 6th Floor (Enter via the main door on State Street, go through security, and take elevator to the 6th floor where check in will be with USCIS)

Access to the courthouse will strictly adhere to the specified time indicated on the N-445 Notice issued by USCIS. Entry will NOT be permitted prior to the time listed on the N-445 Notice. No exceptions.

Individuals seeking citizenship are required to comply with the directives outlined in the N-445 Notice. It is imperative to adhere to these instructions. For any queries regarding participation in the ceremony, candidates MUST contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services directly. The District Court does not ascertain eligibility for the ceremony and is unable to provide assistance on eligibility-related inquiries.

During the Naturalization Ceremonies, cameras and cell phones are permitted; however, it is mandatory to set all devices to silent mode. Valid identification is mandatory for candidates AND guests to gain entry into the building.

Handicapped parking is available in the lot adjacent to the building on the north side (Nebraska Street entrance). Public parking is available on the southeast corner of 5th Avenue and Washington Boulevard (across the street from the First Baptist Church).  There is limited free city parking available next to the Merc on 5th and Minnesota.  City parking lots with hourly rates are located on the 500 block of Armstrong Avenue and the 400 block of State Avenue.  The strip mall lot on the corner of 5th and State Ave., east of the building, is private parking and you may be towed. 

Please contact Gretchen Welk with any questions at 913-735-2213.