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An interim final rule, , was published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and became effective April 11, 2025. This rule provides details regarding who and how certain individuals must “register” or “re-register” with the U.S. government to comply with the statutory alien registration and fingerprinting provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

This update may affect you or your family members, so please read carefully.

What Is the New Requirement?

The new rule creates a new registration document to be used by aliens (noncitizens) who are unregistered regardless of status. The new rule requires all unregistered noncitizens physically present in the U.S. for 30 days or more to apply for registration and to be fingerprinted. 

Noncitizens over the age of 18 must carry proof of registration at all times. The law imposes civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance, as well as serious immigration consequences for non-compliance.

Who Is Already Registered and Fingerprinted?

• You are already registered and fingerprinted if:
• You were issued an I-94 after entering the U.S. and were fingerprinted as a part of the visa application process
• You are a Canadian citizen and were issued an I-94
• You have a green card (Permanent Resident Card)
• You were issued an Employment Authorization Document (EAD)
• You are Canadian or Mexican and entered the U.S. with a Border Crossing Card
• See forms listed on , including Green Card holders, visa holders, parolees, employment authorization recipients, and individuals in removal proceedings, for full list of those who are already registered. Also, see links below for additional information.

These documents fulfill the registration and proof requirements automatically— no further action is needed.

Who Must Now Apply for Registration and to be Fingerprinted?

You must register if you are:

• Present in the United States without having been inspected;
• A Canadian citizen who was admitted at a land border as a visitor without an I-94 and who plans to remain in the United State for over 30 days;
• A noncitizen child who was issued an I-94 at entry and who is now over the age of 14. (Canadian children who were issued an I-94 are exempt.)

What Counts as Evidence of Registration?

• Acceptable forms of proof include:
• Form I-94 issued by CBP or USCIS
• A valid Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
• A valid Employment Authorization Document (EAD)
• A Border Crossing Card issued to Mexicans or Canadians;

For the full list, see  which provides a list of documents designated as evidence of registration. This regulation was last updated in 1960 and therefore does not include other forms or documents that may otherwise be considered proof of registration. Also, see links below for additional information.

Children with I-94s or Green Cards Turning 14

Non-citizen children with I-94s will need to apply to be fingerprinted once they turn 14 years old. Non-citizen children who are residing in the United States as nonimmigrants and who attain the age of 14 are required to submit their fingerprints to DHS by submitting a Form G-325R online. Non-citizen children who are residing in the United States as lawful permanent residents and who attain the age of 14 are required to submit a Form I-90. Once the required form is submitted, USCIS will schedule the child for a biometrics appointment at an Application Support Center. We recommend keeping track of your children’s birthdays and this registration requirement to not miss an important deadline

For more detailed information about the Alien Registration Requirement and how to register if/when necessary, please see:

USCIS website: