Resources for Immigrants

Please see below for a list of resources, including information about your rights and Vermont organizations that may be able to help.

Legal Assistance: Vermont Asylum Assistance Program (VAAP) may be able to connect you with free or low cost legal assistance. VAAP is operating a centralized system to connect immigrants to attorneys in Vermont.

General Resources:

City of Burlington, “Status of ICE Operations”
City of Burlington, Executive Order 2026-01
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, “Know Your Rights,” in multiple languages
Immigrant Legal Resource Center, Know Your Rights, in English and Spanish
American Civil Liberties Union Vermont, “Know Your Rights”
National Immigration Law Center, “Know Your Rights: Frequently Asked Questions”
Office of the Vermont State Treasurer, “Immigration & ICE Rights, Responsibilities, & Support for Vermont Businesses and Non-Profits (02/06/2025)”
Vermont Afghan Alliance Webinar: Beyond Minnesota: Supporting Refugees and Immigrants in Vermont (01/29/26)
Migrant Justice, Reporting ICE and Observer Trainings
- How to report immigration enforcement sightings
- Migrant Justice Emergency/Rapid Response Cell Phone Number: 802-881-7229
Sign up to receive emergency alerts and information about observer trainingshere. Make sure to select “rapid response.”
Vermont Interfaith Action, “Community Resilience Potluck Tool Kit”

Sen. Welch’s Office:

Casework: Sen. Welch’s office is here to help if you have an issue with a federal agency. Please complete and submit the request form for assistance. A member of our staff will contact you. If you need immediate assistance, please call our office at (802) 863-2525, or toll-free 1-800-642-3193.