In United States, the White House has announced that all foreign nationals residing in the country for over 30 days must register with the federal government or face strict penalties, including fines, imprisonment, and deportation.

Under the new rule, foreign nationals, including visa holders and legal permanent residents must carry proof of registration at all times. The regulation applies to individuals staying in the US for more than 30 days and includes newly arrived foreign nationals, who must register within a month of entry if they lack valid documentation.

The Department of Homeland Security clarified that individuals entering the US after April 11 are required to register within 30 days. Children turning 14 must also re-register regardless of any prior registration status. The deadline to register under the Alien Registration Act was on April 11.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasised that this measure was about national security and law enforcement. She added, the Trump administration will continue to enforce nation’s immigration laws. She further said that the government must know who is in the country for the safety and the security of the nation and for all American citizens. The penalties for non-compliance include a fine of up to 5 thousand US dollars or imprisonment for up to 30 days, in addition to deportation proceedings and a permanent ban from re-entering the country.