What is the Deferred Action?
Implemented by the Obama administration on June 15, 2012, allows for the temporary relief of deportation and a work permit for individuals, who may qualify, if they meet the following requirements among others:
Qualifications
- Were born on or after June 16, 1981
- Were brought to the U.S. before their sixteenth birthday
- Are in school now; graduated from high school; or got a certificate of completion from high school or a GED
- Are at least 15 years old when they file their DACA application
- Have lived in the U.S. since June 15, 2007
IN ORDER TO COMPLETE YOUR DACA APPLICATION
PLEASE COME PREPARED
What documents do I need to bring to the DACA appointment?
- Identity documents
- Proof of arrival to the U.S. before 16 years old
- Proof of entrance to the U.S. before June 15, 2012
- Proof of living in the U.S. since June 15, 2007
- Proof that you were in the U.S. on June 15, 2012
- School records, diplomas or GED certificate
- Proof of employment, bank statements or military records (if any)
- Medical records from doctor or hospital (if any)
- Religious documents (baptism certificate, etc.)
- Notarized affidavit(s) of support | Letters of recommendation
Cost:
Please bring personal check or money order for $465 payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security