Alabama’s immigrant population has grown significantly over the past decade, reaching approximately 231,000 foreign-born residents in 2024 — about 4.5% of the state’s total population, according to U.S. Census data. International immigration played a critical role in Alabama’s overall population growth in 2024, offsetting the state’s natural population decline caused by deaths exceeding births for the fifth consecutive year. The largest source countries for Alabama immigrants include Mexico, China, India, Korea, and Vietnam, with communities concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, Mobile, and Auburn.
Alabama’s immigrant community is particularly vital to sectors that have driven the state’s economic rise: automotive manufacturing (Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Hyundai, Mazda-Toyota), aerospace and defense (Huntsville’s Redstone Arsenal and NASA Marshall Space Flight Center), healthcare, and agriculture. Many immigrant workers in these industries rely on employment-based visas, and their families depend on accurate, timely immigration representation.
Aftalion Law Group provides full representation to Alabama residents throughout Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, Mobile, Tuscaloosa, Decatur, Auburn, and every county in the state via secure remote services.
Alabama immigration cases are handled by the Atlanta Immigration Court, which covers multiple southeastern states and operates under one of the most significant backlogs in the region. With over 1.7 million cases pending nationally as of early 2026, Alabama residents can face extended wait times for hearing dates, sometimes stretching years into the future.
Alabama has also been subject to some of the most aggressive state-level immigration enforcement laws in the country. HB 56, passed in 2011, was among the strictest state immigration laws ever enacted, and while parts were struck down, it created a climate that continues to affect immigrant communities. In the current enforcement environment, having an attorney who understands both federal immigration law and Alabama’s enforcement history is critical.
Alabama immigration court dockets handle removal proceedings, asylum claims, cancellation of removal, and adjustment of status. If you or a family member has received a Notice to Appear, do not attend any hearing without legal representation.
Jefferson County (Birmingham)
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No matter where you are in Alabama, our team is ready to assist you with your immigration needs.
Priority practice areas for Alabama residents include removal defense (particularly important given the state’s enforcement-heavy legal environment), employment-based immigration for the automotive and aerospace corridors in Huntsville and Lincoln, family-based petitions, asylum for clients from Mexico and Central America, and VAWA applications. DACA recipients in Alabama represent a vulnerable population, given the state’s history of challenging DACA in court.
Immigration laws and policies are constantly evolving. Our team regularly publishes updates and insights on our blog to keep you informed about changes that may impact your case. Be sure to check back often or contact us directly for a consultation.
Navigating the U.S. immigration system takes experienced legal guidance, and in Alabama, local knowledge of courts, processing offices, and enforcement patterns matters. Contact Aftalion Law Group today for a free case evaluation. We are ready to help you and your family move forward.
