Do undocumented immigrants have to register for the military?

U.S. immigrants are required by law to register with the Selective Service System. NOTE: Registering with Selective Service is not signing up for the Armed Services. The Selective Service System is not part of the Department of Defense.

Can I become a U.S. citizen if I did not register for Selective Service?

USCIS will deny a naturalization application when the applicant refuses to register with Selective Service or has knowingly and willfully failed to register during the statutory period.

Can you register for Selective Service without a Social Security number?

If you have a social security number, you are required to provide it. However, you are not required to have a social security number to register with Selective Service.

Can you get citizenship by joining the military?

If you are serving or have served in the U.S. armed forces and are interested in becoming a U.S. citizen, you may be eligible to apply for naturalization under special provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

What is lawful nonimmigrant?

Lawful Nonimmigrant Status: Lawful nonimmigrant status is generally conferred upon those who have a valid, unexpired I-94. Customs and Border Protection and USCIS can issue I-94 cards; I-94 cards may be issued electronically (typically, during entry at the border), or in paper form (usually, sent to you by USCIS).

At what age are you exempt from Selective Service?

26
Men 26 and Older. According to law, a man must register with Selective Service within 30 days of his 18th birthday. Selective Service accepts late registrations up until a man reaches his 26th birthday.

Can Mexicans join the U.S. Army?

To join the U.S. military, non-citizens must be living permanently and legally in the United States. Non-citizens must also have permission to work in the United States, possess an I-551 (Permanent Residence Card), have obtained a high school diploma and speak English.