New Delhi, April 12 -- Foreign nationals in the US, including Indians holding visas, who are registered with the systems will now have to carry their documents with them all the time and their children will need to re-register and submit their fingerprints as soon as they turn 14, a news US law has said.

As per the new rule, any immigrant living in the United States has to furnish documents confirming their legal status whenever asked.

The announcement was made on Friday, when the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) notified about the new rule.

"All noncitizens 18 and older must carry this documentation at all times. This administration has directed DHS to prioritise enforcement, there will be no sanctuary for noncompliance," the DHS...