As of April 11, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service will enforce provisions requiring that all non-U.S. citizens over age 14 register with the Service if they remain in the U.S. for at least 30 days, unless they meet one of the specified exemptions.
These regulations have unique implications for Canadian nationals.
Who is Exempt? (Registration NOT Required)
- Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders)
- Dual U.S./Canadian citizens
- Canadian citizens who meet any of the following:
- Arrived into the United States by air
- Issued an I-94 when admitted by land (can be retrieved online(goes to new website))
- Issued a visa which was used to enter the U.S.
- Issued an Employment Authorization Document
Who Must Register?
- Canadians who entered by land and were not issued an I-94, and will remain in the U.S. for 30 days or more. (Note: When entering by land, Canadians may request issuance of an I-94, if they intend to stay 30 days or more. This may require additional time for processing at the Port-of-Entry and payment of a $6 fee per I-94.)
How Do I Register?
- Create a USCIS online account at: myuscis.gov(goes to new website). A separate account must be created for each family member, including each child.
- Complete and submit Form G-325R, which is available to complete and submit through the account. Download proof of registration to carry.
- Proof of registration must be carried at all times. (If exempt, individuals should carry documentation such as an I-94 printout, green card, or Employment Authorization Document.)
Penalties
- Failure to register and be fingerprinted (a criminal offense) can result in a fine of up to $5000 and/or imprisonment of up to six months. This applies to parents/guardians of children who fail to comply.
- Failure to carry proof of registration for those who are 18 or older (a criminal offense) could result in a fine of up to $5000 and/or imprisonment of up to 30 days.
- Failure to change address could result in a fine of up to $5000 and/or imprisonment of up to 30 days. This is both a criminal and deportable offense.
