Do I need to be a U.S. citizen to access services for people with disabilities?
When in the United States, all people with disabilities regardless of citizenship are covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other non-discrimination laws, which includes receiving disability-related services and accommodations from schools, businesses, etc. You may need to show medical documentation to prove you have a qualified disability that requires the requested accommodations. You can also learn more about how international students are covered by the laws in academic settings. For some organizations funded by the government (national, state, or local), you may need to be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident in order to access services. If you are told that you need to be a U.S. citizen or are otherwise not eligible, then ask if they are able to give you advice and/or refer you to another organization. Private or religious foundations or non-governmental organizations typically provide services regardless of citizenship. They may have other types of requirement
