US DHS proposes to require submission of biometrics by any individual associated with an immigration benefit request

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06 November 2025

US DHS proposes to require submission of biometrics by any individual associated with an immigration benefit request

On 3 November 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposed a rule to amend its regulations governing the collection and use of biometrics in immigration processes. Specifically, DHS has proposed a universal biometrics requirement in which any applicant, petitioner, sponsor, supporter, derivative, dependent, beneficiary, or individual associated with an immigration benefit request (including US citizens, US nationals, and lawful permanent residents) would be required submit biometrics, regardless of age, unless DHS otherwise exempts the requirement.

A Tax Alert prepared by EY Law LLP, and attached below, provides additional details.

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