Immigration Policy in Columbus, OH (2026)
1 verified immigration policy rules for Columbus, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Sanctuary Policy Preemption
Columbus does not formally call itself a sanctuary city. Mayor Andrew Ginther's policy directs Columbus Division of Police to limit cooperation with federal civil immigration enforcement absent a judicial warrant, while Ohio HB 56-style preemption efforts have not enacted statewide bans.
Columbus Limits ICE Cooperation Without Sanctuary Label
Some RestrictionsLooking for Franklin County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Columbus city rules.
Immigration Policy in Franklin County →