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This guide is here to help you stay informed and safe as immigration policies change under the new Trump administration. Find regularly updated information. Learn about programs ending and how to apply for available benefits. Know your rights and how to get help.

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Current immigration changes

Updated July 11, 2025The new government is making immigration rules stricter. This page is where updates will be posted first. It gives an overview of what is changing and helps you understand and keep track of it all.

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Reconciliation bill

Updated July 1, 2025Learn about the immigration policy changes in the new government plan.

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Travel ban

Updated July 8, 2025Stay informed about new travel restrictions. Learn how to apply for travel documents.

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Refugee resettlement

Updated June 6, 2025Some refugee resettlement services are still on hold. Find out if your case is affected.

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Immigrant registration

Updated April 11, 2025Know your rights with new undocumented immigrants registration requirement.

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U.S.-Mexico border

Updated July 3, 2025New border policies make seeking asylum harder. Stay updated on current rules.

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DACA news

Updated April 3, 2025Court rulings may change DACA. Stay updated and get renewal information.

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Public charge rule

Updated March 31, 2025The public charge rule has not changed. Learn who is affected and what benefits can be used.

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Programs on Hold or Ending

Processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans

Updated June 18, 2025On May 30, 2025, the Supreme Court decided to allow the Trump administration to end parole status for those here through CHNV processes. Learn what this means and what you can do now.

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TPS Afghanistan

Updated July 11, 2025TPS for Afghanistan is set to end this year. Learn when it expires and what you can do.

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TPS Nicaragua

Updated July 8, 2025TPS for Nicaragua is set to end this year. Learn when it expires and what you can do.

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TPS Honduras

Updated July 8, 2025TPS for Honduras is set to end this year. Learn when it expires and what you can do.

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TPS Haiti

Updated July 1, 2025A court case changed TPS for Haiti. Get updated and know your options.

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TPS Nepal

Updated June 11, 2025TPS for Nepal is set to end this year. Learn when it expires and what you can do.

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TPS Cameroon

Updated June 7, 2025TPS for Cameroon is set to end this year. Learn when it expires and what you can do.

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TPS Venezuela

Updated May 21, 2025The Supreme Court allowed DHS to end the 2023 TPS Venezuela extension.

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Uniting for Ukraine

Updated March 12, 2025U4U is ending. No new applications accepted. Learn what parolees need to know.

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Legal Status Options

Asylum

Asylum is a form of protection that allows you to stay in the U.S. if you fear persecution or harm in your home country. Get current information on seeking asylum. Learn if you are eligible and how to apply.

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TPS

Temporary Protected Status lets people from certain countries stay in the U.S.

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U visa

U visas for victims of serious crimes are still available. Learn who can apply.

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VAWA

VAWA for victims of abuse is still available. Learn who can apply.

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T visa

T visas for victims of human trafficking are still available. Learn who can apply.

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Green Card

You can still apply for a Green Card but expect longer processing times.

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Family immigration

If you are a U.S. citizen or LPR you can apply for certain family to join you in the U.S.

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Family reunification

If you are a refugee, asylee, parolee or SIV holder, apply for certain family to join you.

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Other visas

Learn about the types of U.S. visas that are available. Find information on who can apply.

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Afghan statuses

Find information on statuses for Afghans, including SIV, parole, re-parole, and asylum.

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SIJS

Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) helps youth get a Green Card if parent harmed.

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U.S. citizenship

If eligible, now is the time to consider U.S. citizenship and the protection it offers.

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Raids, Deportation, and Detention

Prepare for immigration and ICE raids

Immigration enforcement is increasing. Know how to protect yourself and your family. Learn what to expect with ICE, CBP, and raids. Know your rights in different situations and how to create a safety plan.

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Immigration court

Learn how to prepare for court hearings if you are facing deportation.

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Immigration detention

Learn what to expect in immigration detention centers and know your rights.

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Find loved ones

Learn how to find someone who has likely been taken by immigration or detained.

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How to Protect Yourself

Find free and low-cost legal help

It is important to get legal advice when applying for an immigration benefit or if you are detained. Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal help with an immigration lawyer or accredited representative.

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Safety plan

Learn how to create a safety plan if you end up losing your legal status.

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Apply for an EAD

You must have a work permit to work. Find information on who can apply and renew.

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Avoid scams

Immigration scams are on the rise. Learn how to protect yourself.

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Being threatened

In these times, immigrants are experiencing threats. Learn what to do.

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REAL ID

Now required for domestic flights and entering federal facilities.

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Know Your Rights

Know your rights: questions and answers

Find answers to common questions, like how ICE shows up, what to say, and what paperwork to ask for. IDP's guide goes beyond the basics with detailed tips and real examples.

Immigration Defense Project (IDP)

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Prepare for immigration enforcement

Know your rights: home

Learn what to do if immigration officers come to your home.

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Know your rights at home

Know your rights: work

Learn what to do if immigration officers come to your work.

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Know your rights: car

Learn what to do if immigration officers stop you in your car.

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Know your rights: in public

Know what to do if immigration enforcement stop you in public spaces.

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Know your rights: border & airport

Know what to do if immigration enforcement stop you at the border or airports.

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Know your rights at the border and airports

Know your rights: detention

Know what to do if you are held in an immigration detention center.

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Know your rights in detention

Know your rights: removal proceedings

Know what to do if you are placed in removal proceedings.

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Know your rights in removal proceedings

Know your rights: police custody

Know what to do if you are detained by local police.

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Know your rights: more

NILC has a list of rights information on a variety of topics regularly updated.

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Know your rights information

Know your rights: school

Know your rights if immigration enforcement shows up to your school.

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General refugee and immigrant rights

Everyone has certain rights. Understand your rights in daily life in the U.S.

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LGBTQ+ rights

Updated April 3, 2025Learn about rights for immigrants who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender.

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Find Direct Help

Find help near you using FindHello

FindHello is a free app available as a website or for download on your phone. It helps you find nearby services on a searchable map. FindHello lists over 6,000 thousand resources for immigrants across the USA.

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Immigration hotlines

Find a list of hotlines to report raids and get help if you are at risk of being detained.

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Mental health help

Are you feeling anxious or depressed in these times? Take care of yourself. Find support.

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Find international help

Find a list of organizations that help migrants outside the United States.

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