Which gender is currently required by U.S. law to register with the Selective Service?
Only men are required to register. The law does not currently require women to register for the Selective Service.
Do male U.S. citizens have to register for Selective Service?
Yes. All male U.S. citizens must register within 30 days of their 18th birthday, regardless of where they live in the world.
Are male lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders) required to register?
Yes. Male lawful permanent residents are required to register with the Selective Service.
Do male refugees, parolees, or asylees need to register?
Yes. Men who are refugees, parolees, or asylees must register if they are between the ages of 18 and 25.
Are male undocumented immigrants required to register for the Selective Service?
Yes. The law requires male undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. before their 26th birthday to register.
Do men on non-immigrant visas, such as student or tourist visas, need to register?
No. Men in the U.S. on valid non-immigrant visas (like F-1 for students or B-2 for tourists) are not required to register as long as they maintain their legal status.
Are men with disabilities required to register?
Yes, almost all men with disabilities must register. A man is only exempt if he is continually confined to a residence, hospital, or institution. He would be evaluated for fitness if a draft occurred.
What is the requirement for transgender individuals regarding Selective Service registration?
Individuals who were assigned male at birth must register. This means transgender women must register, while transgender men are not required to register.
Does having a criminal record exempt a man from registering?
No. Men who are incarcerated or on probation/parole are not exempt and must still register with the Selective Service.
Are conscientious objectors required to register?
Yes. Men who believe they are conscientious objectors (opposed to war for moral or religious reasons) must still register. They can apply for conscientious objector status if a draft occurs.
