Title 8, Aliens and NationalityRelease 119-102
§1738 Identification Documents for Certain Newly Admitted Aliens
Title 8 › CHAPTER 15 — ENHANCED BORDER SECURITY AND VISA ENTRY REFORM › SUBCHAPTER III — VISA ISSUANCE › § 1738
Summary
Within 180 days after May 14, 2002, AG must issue on arrival or asylum grant a work permit with fingerprint and photo to those under 1157 or 1158.
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Title 8, §1738
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Not later than 180 days after May 14, 2002, the Attorney General shall ensure that, immediately upon the arrival in the United States of an individual admitted under section 1157 of this title, or immediately upon an alien being granted asylum under section 1158 of this title, the alien will be issued an employment authorization document. Such document shall, at a minimum, contain the fingerprint and photograph of such alien.
Legislative History
Notes & Related Subsidiaries
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Abolition of Immigration and Naturalization Service and
Transfer of Functions
For abolition of Immigration and Naturalization Service,
Transfer of Functions
, and treatment of related references, see note set out under section 1551 of this title.
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8 U.S.C. § 1738
Title 8, Aliens and Nationality
Last Updated
Aug 21, 2026
Release point: 119-102