Immigration Support Resources
The Isla Vista Community Services District (IVCSD) is aware of growing concerns regarding immigration enforcement activity in nearby communities. While we are not aware of any such actions currently taking place in Isla Vista, we recognize that many in our community may feel uncertain or fearful.
IVCSD stands committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and connected Isla Vista. Our role as your local government is to serve all residents and ensure that everyone has access to resources, support, and accurate information.
We encourage everyone to stay informed and know your rights. Below is a list of trusted local organizations and hotlines that offer legal assistance, emergency support, and other services for immigrant and undocumented community members.
We encourage community members to save these resources and share them with friends and neighbors who may benefit from them.
IVCSD will continue to monitor the situation and work with local partners to ensure our community has up-to-date information and access to support services.
We are here for you.
Immigration Resources & Legal Assistance
Legal Services
IMPORTA
Free immigration legal services, including citizenship, DACA, and family-based petitions.
📞 805-604-5060
UCSB Immigrant Legal Services Center
In partnership with UC Imm, access immigration legal services for currently enrolled students and their immediate family members.
📧 andres.ucimm@law.ucdavis.edu
Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County
Free civil legal services including Immigration Assistance for Victims of Crimes (U-Visa, T-VISA, VAWA self-petition, SIJs).
📞 805-963-6754
Immigrant Hope SB
Immigration legal services assisting with citizenship, naturalization, family‑based visas, adjustment of status, DACA, VAWA and U‑visa petitions, renewal of documents, and more.
📞 (805) 963‑0166
📧 info.santabarbara@immigranthope.org
Immigrant Legal Defense Center
Free, pro bono legal representation and advocacy for indigent immigrants in removal proceedings, including court defense, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status petitions, mental health counseling, Know Your Rights training, and more.
📞 805‑886‑9136
📧 julissa@sbimmigrantdefense.org
California Department of Justice
Provides immigration rights information, legal protections, and tools to report violations.
📞 800-952-5225
🌐oag.ca.gov/immigrant/resources
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Southern California
Advocates for civil rights by providing legal support, challenging injustice, and empowering communities.
📞213-977-9500
Rapid Response & Hotlines
805 Immigrant, Rapid Response Network
Provides real-time support during immigration enforcement actions. Community members can call to report ICE or CBP activity, receive assistance if a loved one is detained, and sign up for alerts by texting “ALERT” to 805-870-8855.
📞 805-870-8855
🌐 Register Your Cell Phone for Alerts
Detainee Locater System
Use this page to locate a loved one who is currently in ICE custody or who has been in U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s custody for more than 48 hours.
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) Immigrant Assistance Hotline
Connects immigrants to legal consultations, DACA/citizenship clinics, deportation defense, labor rights support, and 'Know Your Rights' education.
📞 888-624-4752 Immigrant Assistance Referral Line
📞 213-201-3797 Legal Assistance Line
Community Support & Advocacy
MICOP (Mixteco Indígena Community Organizing Project)
Indigenous and immigrant community advocacy.
📞 805-483-1166
UCSB Undocumented Student Services
Provides resources for undocumented & mixed-status students at UCSB.
📞 805‑893-5609
📧 sa-eopundocstudentservi@ucsb.edu
📱@ucsb.uss
Emergency Financial Assistance
805 UndocuFund
Financial assistance for undocumented families impacted by immigration enforcement or emergencies.
📞 805-200-8471