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

Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs

City of New York

212.788.7654

website | email
Monday - Friday9:00a - 6:00p
Listing ID: 2184793663

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 York

800.354.0365 or 311

website
Monday - 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