Immigrant Resources
Immigrant Rights in New York City
Interactions with Law Enforcement
By law, the NYPD cannot ask about the immigration status of crime victims, witnesses, or other people who ask for help. Anyone who has been the victim of a crime or has witnessed a crime should call 911.
SOURCE: Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs
Discrimination
Discrimination, retaliation, and harassment against anyone on the basis of their race, religion, or
immigration status is not tolerated in New York City. To report harassment or discrimination, call the NYC Commission on Human Rights at 212-416-0197.
SOURCE: Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs
Immigration Control & Enforcement (ICE)
The City of New York does not conduct immigration enforcement. If you are approached by federal immigration enforcement, you have rights. Call ActionNYC for free and safe immigration legal help.
SOURCE: Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs
Employment Sick Leave
You have a right to paid sick leave under New York City law. Immigration status does not matter. Immigrant New Yorkers with work authorization may qualify for unemployment insurance benefits. Visit nyc.gov/workers for resources or call 212-436-0381.
SOURCE: Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs
Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs
The City of New York supports all its residents. Everyone, including undocumented immigrants, can access most City services, such as going to school or using the healthcare system or other City services. City employees will not ask about immigration status unless it is necessary to do their jobs. They must keep immigration status information confidential.
Get help with:
Answers to immigration-related questions
Information on immigration policy
Connections to City-funded, free and safe immigration legal help including comprehensive immigration legal screenings and legal representation
Referrals to other community-based resources and support services
ActionNYC
Mayor's Office of Immigrant AffairsCity of New York800.354.0365 or 311
websiteMonday - Friday9:00a - 6:00p
Listing ID: 2184793663
ActionNYC is for every immigrant New Yorker. The program offers all New Yorkers free, safe immigration legal help in a network of trusted community-based organizations at community sites, public health facilities, public schools, and libraries. Services are provided in your language. Your immigration status does not matter.
Get help with:
Answers to immigration-related questions
Information on immigration policy
Connections to City-funded, free and safe immigration legal help including comprehensive immigration legal screenings and legal representation
Referrals to other community-based resources and support services