What immigration options do immigrant children/teenagers have?
Options for Undocumented Children
(Separate Website)
This resource includes a collection of fact sheets on undocumented children's rights.
By: Immigrant Legal Resource Center
How to get a Green Card If You Are Undocumented Learn about the eligibility requirements for getting a green card if you are in foster care or not.
By: Immigrant Legal Resource Center
Fact Sheet on the Child Citizen Act of 2000
(Separate Website)
This resource explains the federal law that allows biological and adopted children from other countries to become U.S. citizens.
By: U.S. Department of State
Request for a Fee Waiver
(Separate Website)
If you cannot afford to pay the filing fee for your application, you can request a fee waiver.
By: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Citizenship Through Parents
(Separate Website)
Learn more about how your child maybe able to qualify for citizenship.
By: USCIS
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Spanish / Español
I am an immigrant youth, what are my responsibilities?
11 Things Every Youth with a Green Card Should Know A green card gives you many rights, but you still have to be careful to note the points mentioned in this resource.
By: Immigrant Legal Resource Center
Immigrants & the U.S. Military
Even if you are here without papers you still have to register with Selective Service. Learn more about your rights.
By: Selective Service System
I am an immigrant youth, what are my rights to public assistance?
A Young Person's Guide to Public Assistance If you are 16 or older and financially eligible, you may be able to open your own public assistance case.
By: The Door - A Center of Alternatives
How Do I Prevent My Child From Losing Benefits at Age 21
(Separate Website)
Information on what happens with an application for legal permanent resident status for a child where the "child" turns 21 while the application is still pending.
By: American Immigration Law Center
Enrolling Undocumented Children in Public Schools and in Catholic Schools
(Separate Website)
The article answers the following questions:
Can undocumented children enroll in kindergarten through twelfth grades?
Do undocumented children have a right to a free public school education?
Can a school ask for a child's Social Security Number?
Can a school require proof of address? Can a school require a child's birth certificate?
Are schools required to submit information about undocumented students to the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS)?
If a school official learns that a child is undocumented, can she disclose that information to a third party?
Are there practices that a school may not engage in?
By: Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc
Migrant Education - High School Equivalency Program
(Separate Website)
Read this resource to learn about The High School Equivalency Program (HEP) that helps migratory and seasonal farmworkers (or children of such workers) who are 16 years of age or older and not currently enrolled in school to obtain the equivalent of a high school diploma and subsequently to gain employment or begin postsecondary education or training.
By: GovBenefits.gov
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Spanish / Español
What programs and services are available in school for students who do not speak English?
New York State Education Department - Commissioner's Regulations on Bilingual Education
(Separate Website)
A link to 8 NYCRR Part 154, the Commissioner's regulations on services for pupils with limited English proficiency.
By: New York State Office of Bilingual Education and Foreign Language Studies
New York State Education Department Office of Bilingual Education
(Separate Website)
NYSED's Office of Bilingual Education provides information about statewide policies and requirements.
By: New York State Office of Bilingual Education and Foreign Language Studies
New York State Education Department Office of Bilingual Education - FAQ'a
(Separate Website)
NYSED's Office of Bilingual Education answers frequently asked questions about bilingual education.
By: New York State Office of Bilingual Education and Foreign Language Studies
New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test
(Separate Website)
Information about the NYSESLAT, the state test used to assess English language proficiency.
By: New York State Education Department
NYSUT - Test Accommodations for English Language Learners
(Separate Website)
NYSUT provides a summary of standardized testing accommodations that are available to students who were formerly classified as English Language Learners.
By: ew York State United Teachers (NYSUT)
Office of English Language Learning (ELL)
(Separate Website)
Contains information from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of English Language Learning (ELL), including obligations under No Child Left Behind and other federal laws.
By: U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division
Are you a victim of education discrimination? Find out how to file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights
(Separate Website)
What rights do my children have in school & college?
There is No Federal Requirement That School Administrators Ask About Students' Immigration Status
(Separate Website)
The Department of Homeland Security does not require any school to determine a student's status (whether or not they are documented or documented). Learn more about this protection.
By: National Immigration Law Center
Know Your Rights! When Encountering Law Enforcement
(Separate Website)
Protect yourself against unlawful state and local
enforcement against immigrants and your right to privacy regarding your immigration status.
By: American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
Read this in:
Arabic / العربية
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Farsi / فارسی
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French / Français
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Spanish / Español
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Urdu / اردو
Learn how to protect you and your family during immigration raids Some people who are not United States
citizens have been arrested or detained by
the U.S. government. Learn how to protect
yourself if this happens to you!
By: CASA of Maryland
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
What to Do if Questioned by Police, FBI, Customs Agents, or Immigration Officers
(Separate Website)
Information written especially for immigrants and non-citizens on your rights, and what actions you can take, if you are questioned at home, in the street or at the airport.
By: New York Civil Liberties Union
Read this in:
Arabic / العربية
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Chinese / 中文
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Farsi / فارسی
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Punjabi / ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
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Spanish / Español
Federal Financial Aid for Battered Immigrants
(Separate Website)
If you are an immigrant who is a victim of violence and want to go to college, find out if you can qualify for financial aid.
By: National Immigration Law Center
How to Support College-Bound Undocumented Students: Advice for Parents
(Separate Website)
Information for parents of undocumented students hoping to go to college.
By: EDUCATORS FOR FAIR CONSIDERATION
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Spanish / Español
Your Rights as an Undocumented Youth Learn what rights you have if you are an undocumented youth. Explains your right to medical treatment, medical insurance and an education. Also provides information about how to apply for private scholarships for college.
By: The Door - A Center of Alternatives
9 Things Every Undocumented Youth Should Know If you do not have legal immigration status in the United States, you are at risk. Keep these points in mind.
By: Immigrant Legal Resource Center
What to do if stopped by ICE or law enforcement
(Separate Website)
This resource is geared to the Korean community. It provides information related to what to do if stopped by Immigration Customs Enforcements (ICE) or law enforcement.
This resource is only available in English and Korean.
Read this in:
Korean / 한국어
Education Not Deportation: Guide for Undocumented Youth in Removal Proceedings
(Separate Website)
This guide is intended to aid certain undocumented students and their lawyers to fight effectively throughout a removal (deportation) proceeding. This guide has been written specifically for students who have already sought all other options to avoid deportation, but we believe the information in this guide is valuable to all undocumented students and their attorneys.
By: Asian Law Caucus
What rights do immigrant children have in foster care?
Immigrant Youth in Foster Care: Special Immigrant Status If you are an immigrant who is in foster care, this fact sheet explains a Federal law that can help you become a legal permanent U.S. resident and get a green card.
By: The Door - A Center of Alternatives
Read this in:
Korean / 한국어
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Spanish / Español
Greencards For Youth in Foster Care or Guardianships This pamphlet contains legal information, but it should not be considered legal advice and is not a substitute for speaking with a lawyer.
By: The Door - A Center of Alternatives
Read this in:
French / Français
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Spanish / Español
Foster Care for Unaccompanied Refugee & Immigrant Children-Frequently Asked Questions
(Separate Website)
Find out what the Unaccompanied Refugee Minor (URM) foster care program is, who is eligible, and how to get services.
By: Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service
If you have a case in immigration court; Read this before you take legal advice
(Separate Website)
Read these tips to prevent you from being a victim of immigration fraud.
By: Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)
Is Your Lawyer Licensed to Practice? You should check to make sure your lawyer is licensed to practice before you hire them to represent you. Find out what you can do!
By: Lawhelp NY
Complaints About Attorneys
(Separate Website)
If you have a complaint against an attorney, you may contact the Attorney Disciplinary / Grievance Committee. The office you need to contact depends upon the location of your lawyer's office. Click for more information.
By: New York State Unified Court System
USCIS Information to Avoid Immigration Scams
(Separate Website)
This section of the USCIS website provides information on how to avoid scams, common scams, form filing tips, how to report immigration scams, and much more.
I do not speak English, what is my right to receive information in my language?
Do you have trouble with English? Are you unable to to speak, read, write, or understand English well?
(Separate Website)
Did you know federal agencies and organizations that get money from the federal government have to provide reasonable services to assist you? Learn more.
By: Federal Interagency Working Group on LEP
Video: How to Work with Interpreters
(Separate Website)
In this video, you will learn some basic tips that will allow you to communicate effectively and easily through an interpreter with a person who doesn't speak your language.
By: Legal Services of New Jersey
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Not Sure What a Word Means? Check Out These Legal Glossaries
Immigration Law Glossary
(Separate Website)
This is a glossary of commonly used words and phrases when talking about immigration law. Definitions for each word and phrases are provided.
By: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
English-Spanish Glossary of Legal Terms & Phrases
(Separate Website)
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