Millions of people living in the United States without formal immigration registration records could soon be required to submit personal information and biometric data under a new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule—one that marks a significant shift in how long‑standing immigration laws are enforced.
DHS issued a final rule formalizing a nationwide system requiring certain non‑citizens to register with the federal government, provide fingerprints, and carry proof of compliance or face penalties.
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Non‑citizens aged 14 and older who remain in the U.S. for more than 30 days without prior registration—potentially millions—are already required under federal law to register, but may now face active enforcement if they have not previously done so.
Newsweek reached out to DHS via email for comment on Friday morning.
Key Points
- DHS is finalizing a rule clarifying and enforcing existing registration requirements for certain non‑citizens to formally register with the federal government
- The policy builds on a March 2025 interim rule that introduced a new registration form and biometric system
- Individuals not previously registered through visa or entry processes are the primary focus
Failure to comply can lead to fines, criminal penalties, or imprisonment - Between 2.2 million and 3.2 million people could ultimately be affected
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The rule, set for publication in the Federal Register, formalizes a system first introduced in March 2025 and signals a broader push to identify and track individuals who have not previously been registered through visa or entry processes.
The new filing goes further than what was introduced last year by:
- Responding to public comments on the earlier rule
- Clarifying what counts as registration and acceptable proof
- Refining the processes for compliance
- Opening the door to further expansion of registration and fingerprinting requirements
In practical terms, the earlier rule built the system. This one locks it into place and defines how it will operate going forward.
While the legal requirement to register has existed for decades, the latest move clarifies who must comply—and raises the stakes for those who do not.
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At the center of the policy is Section 262 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, which requires most non‑citizens aged 14 and older who remain in the United States for more than 30 days to register and, in many cases, be fingerprinted.
Parents or legal guardians must register children under 14, while individuals who turn 14 are required to re‑register and provide fingerprints within 30 days. Once registered, adults are expected to carry proof of registration with them.
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