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We’re here to support you as you navigate your rights and available resources in California. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge of your immigration rights, from securing housing and medical care to understanding when and how law enforcement can interact with you. You’ll find helpful links to trusted legal services, community organizations, and consulates that are ready to assist you. We also offer tips to protect you from scams and ensure you’re getting the help you deserve.
Know Your Immigration Rights:
You have the right to apply for and secure housing without sharing your immigration status.
You have the right to access emergency medical care.
You have the right to an attorney.
State and local law enforcement cannot ask for your immigration status.
State and local law enforcement cannot share your personal information.
State and local law enforcement cannot assist ICE with immigration enforcement, with very limited exceptions.
LawHelpCA: LawHelpCA is California’s official and free legal resource. This site contains reliable information and directories, written by reputable sources.
Website: https://www.lawhelpca.org/issues/immigration
ImmigrationLawHelp: Helping low-income immigrants find legal help. Enter your zip code to find legal resources close to you.
Website: https://www.immigrationlawhelp.org/
Department of Social Services – Immigration Services Bureau: Provide immigrant Californians with high-quality immigration legal services and other supportive services to facilitate their integration into community.
Website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/immigration
Local and Immigration Legal Services
The ones listed here are just a few. You can find more by using ImmigrationLawHelp (in the tab above).
Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice
San Bernardino
(909) 474-9996
Website: https://ic4ij.org
San Bernardino Community Service Center
(909) 885-1992
Email: sbcsc.org@gmail.com
Consulate Information
The Consulate has the authority to protect, assist, and guide those who live, work or are in transit in the counties of San Bernardino and Riverside in California, in various matters.
Consulado de Mexico: (424) 309-0009 Consulado de Guatemala: (909) 572-8800 Consulado de El Salvador: (888) 301-1130
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Opportunity Lending: The Opportunity Lending Program is tailored for both members and non-members with limited or no credit history, providing a pathway to establish credit. Individuals with a Social Security Number (SSN) or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) may qualify for select loan products.
Protect Yourself from Immigration Scams
Go to a legitimate legal aid organization for free legal help.
Keep your original documents in a safe place.
Do not hire an immigration consultant or a notary. Only lawyers, accredited representatives, and recognized organizations can give you legal advice or represent you.
Do not give money or personal information to anyone who calls, texts, or emails you claiming that there is a problem with your immigration matter.
More About Your Rights
The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA) has a webpage full of extensive information in English and Spanish on the subject of rights for immigrants.
LawHelpCA: LawHelpCA is California’s official and free legal resource. This site contains reliable information and directories, written by reputable sources.
Website: https://www.lawhelpca.org/issues/immigration
ImmigrationLawHelp: Helping low-income immigrants find legal help. Enter your zip code to find legal resources close to you.
Website: https://www.immigrationlawhelp.org/
Department of Social Services – Immigration Services Bureau: Provide immigrant Californians with high-quality immigration legal services and other supportive services to facilitate their integration into community.
Website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/immigration
Local and Immigration Legal Services
The ones listed here are just a few. You can find more by using ImmigrationLawHelp (in the tab above).
Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice
San Bernardino
(909) 474-9996
Website: https://ic4ij.org
San Bernardino Community Service Center
(909) 885-1992
Email: sbcsc.org@gmail.com
Consulate Information
The Consulate has the authority to protect, assist, and guide those who live, work or are in transit in the counties of San Bernardino and Riverside in California, in various matters.
Consulado de Mexico: (424) 309-0009 Consulado de Guatemala: (909) 572-8800 Consulado de El Salvador: (888) 301-1130
Altura Resources
Ascend FREE Checking: A checking account with NO FEES. There is no ITIN or credit check needed.
Credit Builder: A financial tool to help you establish or improve your credit score.
Secure the loan with a share certificate account.
No credit check needed.
Low Cost Remittance (Coming 2025)
Opportunity Lending: The Opportunity Lending Program is tailored for both members and non-members with limited or no credit history, providing a pathway to establish credit. Individuals with a Social Security Number (SSN) or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) may qualify for select loan products.
Protect Yourself from Immigration Scams
Go to a legitimate legal aid organization for free legal help.
Keep your original documents in a safe place.
Do not hire an immigration consultant or a notary. Only lawyers, accredited representatives, and recognized organizations can give you legal advice or represent you.
Do not give money or personal information to anyone who calls, texts, or emails you claiming that there is a problem with your immigration matter.
More About Your Rights
The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA) has a webpage full of extensive information in English and Spanish on the subject of rights for immigrants.
