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Immigration Document Requirements

The types of documents that noncitizens are required to carry, including green cards, employment authorization cards, and valid visas.

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Jan 11, 2026
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Do U.S. federal laws require noncitizens to carry or show ID to ICE agents in public?

Federal reporting and legal-aid guidance consistently state that adults with lawful immigration status are required by federal law to carry their immigration documents and that ICE may ask to see such...

Jan 27, 2026
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What documentation should noncitizens carry to avoid problems with ICE stops in 2025?

should prioritize carrying secure, authoritative proof of identity and immigration status—ideally a government-issued photo ID plus documentation that specifically evidences lawful presence or registr...

Jan 16, 2026
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What steps should noncitizens take if asked by ICE to present citizenship documentation?

Noncitizens confronted by ICE who are asked to produce citizenship or immigration documents should prioritize staying calm, asserting the right to remain silent, and following the narrow legal obligat...

Feb 4, 2026

What are my rights if ICE requests proof of citizenship and I only have a passport card or state ID?

Holding a or a state-issued ID gives practical evidence of identity and — in many contexts — can serve to prove U.S. citizenship, but there is no federal law that requires U.S. citizens to carry at al...

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