Pennsylvania’s immigration policy varies dramatically by region. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh offer sanctuary protections and access to city-funded legal aid, while rural counties often work closely with ICE. The state does not offer driver’s licenses to undocumented residents. Legal services focus on detention defense, asylum, and family-based immigration, particularly in metro areas. With ICE presence concentrated in certain counties, legal planning in Pennsylvania ensures immigrants can assert their rights, pursue lawful status, and access supportive networks where available.
