Montana Immigration Laws
Immigration law is primarily federal, but Montana has several state-level policies that affect immigrants. Montana takes a cooperative enforcement posture with federal immigration agencies and does not have sanctuary city policies. The state does not allow undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses or receive most public benefits. Montana does not provide in-state tuition for undocumented students.
Last verified: 2026-02-25
Key Montana Statutes
Montana law restricts certain state services and benefits to persons lawfully present in the United States, with limited exceptions for emergency services.
Montana requires the Department of Justice to use the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program to verify lawful presence before issuing driver's licenses or state identification. Undocumented immigrants cannot obtain a Montana driver's license.
Montana bans sanctuary city policies statewide and requires cooperation with federal immigration enforcement agencies, including through 287(g) agreements.
Montana does not have a law providing in-state tuition rates for undocumented students. DACA recipients may obtain driver's licenses but do not have access to in-state tuition or state financial aid.
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