DHS Interim Final Rule for Certain U.S.-Born Children of Foreign Government Employees to Become LPRs

DHS interim final rule to allow certain children born in the U.S. with one or more parent employed by a foreign government to register as lawful permanent residents, in accordance with Executive Order 14418. This expands on existing regulations for children of foreign diplomatic officers. The rule is effective 9/4/26. Comments are due 10/5/26. (91 FR 57249, 9/9/26)

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

8 CFR Parts 101 and 264

[CIS No. 2882–26; DHS Docket No. USCIS– 2026–0496]

RIN 1615–AD24

Registration of Lawful Permanent Residence for Children Born to Foreign Government Employees in the United States

AGENCY: Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

ACTION: Interim final rule; request for comments.