The New Registration Requirement: Frequently Asked Questions

The Trump administration’s Registration requirement for most undocumented immigrants is another hateful tactic in its campaign to cause panic and fear throughout the country. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been clear that the central purpose of Registration is to gather information about all noncitizens and use this information to locate, apprehend and remove them as quickly as possible. The new registration requirement took effect April 11, 2025.

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Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) 

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https://www.ilrc.org/ 

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Immigration Enforcement (IE) | IE – Registration

 Date Last Updated: April 11, 2025 

Versión en Español disponible aqui.

 

What is registration?

Registration is a process of notifying the government of your presence in the U.S. as a noncitizen. The requirement to “register” is in our immigration laws but has been rarely used. President Trump announced they will use this requirement for all noncitizens.

The law requires all noncitizens over age 14 who remain in the U.S. for 30 days or more to register. (The law instructs parents to register those that are under age 14.) The law requires people to register before the 30-day period ends. The government posted a new form on the USCIS website for those that are not yet registered to use, Form G-325R.

 

Am I already registered?

You might be! Many people that have had contact with immigration officials or submitted applications are already registered.

The following documents count as registration:

  • A green card. If you are a permanent resident, you are registered.
  • A work permit, even if it is now expired. If you have an employment authorization card, for any reason, you are registered.
  • An I-94. If you got an I-94 document, or received an I-94 electronically, when you entered the United States, you are registered. This includes entries with parole or a visa. If you got an I-94 when you got status, such as asylee, or U nonimmigrant, you are registered.
  • An NTA. If you were issued a Notice to Appear in immigration court, you are registered. If you were issued an Order to Show cause (OSC) or a referral to the immigration judge, you are registered.
  • A Border Crossing Card.
  • A Landing Permit as a crewman.
  • If you have applied for lawful permanent residence or temporary residence you are registered, even if that application was denied. (Forms I-485, I-687, I-691, I-698, I-700)

I’m not already registered, do I register now?

There are many risks to submitting the new Form G-325R. You should speak to an immigration attorney if you have questions. What is best for you will depend on your situation.

You may already be registered and not know it.

  • Talk to an immigration attorney before deciding.

I am eligible for an immigration status or benefit.

  • Certain immigration documents count as registration. If you qualify for an immigration benefit, such as adjustment of status, you might want to apply for the benefit now, because it might count as registration. It is important to get an immigration check-up with a trusted legal services provider to find out. You can find a nonprofit organization near you at  ilrc.me/findhelp.

I don’t qualify for an immigration benefit or status. I am undocumented.

  • If you are in the U.S. without immigration status, you might already have a document that counts for registration. If you are already in immigration court fighting your case, you are registered. For example, if the government gave you a document to appear in immigration court, you are registered. If you have an I-94 from entering the U.S., you are registered.

Submitting the new Form G-325R presents many risks. You should speak to an immigration attorney about your situation before submitting the Form online. You should also get an immigration check-up to see if you might qualify for an immigration benefit.

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