Strict on Immigration
Missouri Immigration Policy 2026
Immigration laws, sanctuary status, E-Verify requirements, and how immigration shapes the political landscape in Missouri ahead of 2026.
4.2%
Immigrant Population
Strict
Immigration Stance
Required for state contractors
E-Verify
DL: No
Undoc. Drivers License
Key Immigration Policies
| Sanctuary Status | Banned — cities cannot have sanctuary policies |
| E-Verify Requirement | Required for state contractors |
| Drivers License (Undocumented) | No |
| In-State Tuition (Undocumented) | No |
| Enforcement Approach | Strong enforcement posture; bans sanctuary cities |
Overview
Missouri banned sanctuary city policies statewide and requires E-Verify for state contractors. St. Louis and Kansas City have tried to maintain some welcoming policies within the restrictions.
2026 Political Impact
Missouri is safely Republican and immigration restriction is politically popular. The state passed a ban on sanctuary cities reflecting the legislature\'s conservative dominance.