Every family has a journey somewhere in its history.
For many Americans, that journey began with a ship crossing the ocean, a long wait at Ellis Island, or the moment a relative stepped onto American soil for the first time carrying little more than hope for a new life.
In honor of Immigrant Heritage Month — and as the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence — MyHeritage is offering free access to U.S. immigration records from June 1–5, 2026.
Search U.S. Immigration Records Now
During this period, you can explore 56 U.S. immigration collections containing 206.1 million historical records. These collections document arrivals, passenger lists, border crossings, and naturalization records that can help you trace how your family became part of the American story.
You may discover:
- The ship your relatives traveled on
- The port where they first arrived
- Who they traveled with
- Where they came from
- The documents connected to their path to citizenship
The collections include records from major immigration gateways such as Ellis Island and Castle Garden, along with many other passenger lists and naturalization collections spanning generations of American history.
As America prepares to mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, it’s a meaningful time to reflect on the many family journeys that helped shape the country over the centuries.
Sometimes a single record can change how you see your family history. A passenger list, a signature, or an arrival document can connect you to a moment that changed everything for the generations that followed.
Start exploring your family’s journey at myheritage.com/us-immigration-records
