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Trump Administration Enforces Mandatory Registration for Undocumented Immigrants

A federal judge has upheld the policy, which requires immigrants without legal status and Canadians in the U.S. for over 30 days to register or face penalties.

The Department of Homeland Security seal is seen on the podium at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement headquarters, Wednesday, April 9, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem (C) is recognized as President Donald Trump is seen speaking during a “Make America Wealthy Again” trade announcement event in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
A Peruvian citizen has his thumb prints taken while renewing official documents at a Peruvian consulate mobile outreach event on March 29, 2025 at an undisclosed location, Connecticut.
U.S. President Donald Trump attends a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 10, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard

Overview

  • The mandatory registration policy, based on decades-old laws, is now in effect after a federal judge ruled that challenges lacked legal standing.
  • Undocumented immigrants aged 14 and older, as well as Canadians in the U.S. for more than 30 days, must register with the Department of Homeland Security.
  • Failure to register or carry proof of registration can result in fines of up to $5,000 and up to six months of imprisonment.
  • The policy is part of the Trump administration's broader immigration enforcement strategy, with officials urging undocumented residents to leave voluntarily.
  • Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have been directed to prioritize enforcement against those who fail to comply with the registration requirement.