States

Florida

Florida is a U.S. state. Federal immigration law applies in the state; state residence is not a separate immigration status.

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State and federal law

Immigration benefits such as asylum, permanent residence and naturalization involve federal agencies and federal law. State law can separately affect issues such as marriage, divorce and criminal records that become relevant evidence in a federal immigration case. These roles should not be conflated.

Historical demographic context

The 2020 Census counted 21,538,187 residents in Florida on April 1, 2020. The figure is a dated statewide population count, not an estimate of undocumented residents or immigration case success. Los Angeles and Miami are cities, not interchangeable names for their respective states.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Florida?

Florida is a U.S. state. Federal immigration law applies in the state; state residence is not a separate immigration status.

What should I check before relying on this information?

The 2020 Census counted 21,538,187 residents in Florida on April 1, 2020. The figure is a dated statewide population count, not an estimate of undocumented residents or immigration case success. Los Angeles and Miami are cities, not interchangeable names for their respective states.

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