Kansas Immigration Laws

Kansas prohibits local governments from enacting sanctuary policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Local law enforcement may not be prevented from exchanging information with or assisting federal immigration officials. Several Kansas sheriff's offices participate in 287(g) agreements with ICE.

Kansas does not currently require E-Verify for private employers. HB 2066 would require all business entities and public employers to register and use E-Verify, and would prohibit income tax deductions for wages paid to unauthorized workers. As of February 2026, this bill is still in the legislative process.

Kansas requires proof of lawful presence for driver's license applicants. Undocumented immigrants cannot obtain a Kansas driver's license. DACA recipients with valid work permits remain eligible. The Division of Motor Vehicles must report quarterly on licenses issued to noncitizens.

Since 2004, undocumented students who attended a Kansas high school for 3+ years and graduated (or obtained a GED) in Kansas may qualify for in-state tuition after filing an affidavit regarding immigration status. SB 254 would repeal this benefit and bar undocumented individuals from public benefits including in-state tuition. Kansas was one of the first states to offer this benefit.

Kansas does not provide undocumented residents with access to state financial aid. The state has not enacted legislation extending occupational or professional licensure to undocumented individuals.