2025 Immigration Policy Guide

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This guide will help you prepare for immigration policy changes when Trump becomes president on January 20, 2025. Policies are not final yet, but big changes are expected. Some changes may happen quickly, while others may take time. Check this page regularly for trusted updates and simple steps to protect yourself and your family.

Learn what to expect

Learn what to expect

Find a list of expected changes shared by the incoming Trump administration. Get tips to prepare and protect yourself now.

Apply for legal status

Learn about ways to stay in the U.S. legally. If you are here under humanitarian parole or seeking asylum, consider applying for temporary protected status.

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Apply for citizenship

If you are a Green Card holder eligible for naturalization, now is a good time to start. Citizenship offers protections, and the process may become harder in the future.

Apply for a work permit

If you are eligible, it is important to apply for a work permit or renew your current work permit as soon as possible.

Create a safety plan

Learn how to make a family plan to protect your loved ones. Organize documents, plan childcare, and know your rights in an emergency.

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Find legal help

It is important to get legal advice if you don’t have legal status or are applying for a status change. Learn how to find trusted help.

Know your rights

You have rights with law enforcement, including ICE and CBP. Learn about your right to remain silent, your right to privacy, and how to protect yourself.