DACA

Who Is Eligible for DACA?

You can request DACA if you meet all of the following requirements:

Were under age 31 as of June 15, 2012;
Came to the U.S. before you were 16 years old;
Have continuously lived in the U.S. since June 15, 2007, and currently live in the U.S.;
Were physically in the U.S. on June 15, 2012 and when you requested deferred action with United States Custom and Immigration Service (USCIS)
Did not have legal status in the U.S. on June 15, 2012;
Are currently in school, have graduated from high school, have obtained a certification of completion, have obtained a general education development (GED) certificate, or are an honorably discharged veteran of the Coast Guard or U.S. Armed Forces;
Do not have convictions for a felony, a significant misdemeanor, or three or more misdemeanors; and
Are not a threat to national security or public safety.

How Do You Apply for It?

You can request a deferral by completing and submitting the following forms to USCIS:

I-821D, Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization
Form I-765WS, Worksheet

Be certain to obtain the current version of the forms from the USCIS website.

Why Get Help from an Immigration Lawyer for DACA?

Deferral opens the door to employment and educational opportunities you might not otherwise have. If your DACA request is inaccurate or incomplete, your request can be delayed or denied. Samuel R. Randall is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association who can give you clear guidance. His expert advice will help you in several ways, including:

Identifying potential issues with your deferral request and helping you address them upfront.
Helping you understand what documentation must be submitted with your request.
Explaining the guidelines that you must follow for a successful outcome.
Discussing your options if you are not a candidate for DACA.

DEFERRED ACTION FOR CHILDHOOD ARRIVALS (DACA)

Who Is Eligible for DACA?

How Do You Apply for It?

Why Get Help from an Immigration Lawyer for DACA?

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