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The Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations (VÁCLAV) presents: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals / Dreamers : What You Need to Know! Created by the Legal Aid Justice Center (Simon Y. SandovalMoshenberg,

How to fill out deferred action for dreamers

How to fill out deferred action for dreamers?

1. Start by gathering all the necessary documents such as identification, proof of entry to the United States before the age of 16, evidence of continuous residence, school records, and any other supporting documents requested by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
2. Carefully read and understand the instructions provided by the USCIS on the application form, known as Form I-821D, Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.
3. Complete the application form accurately, providing all the required information and ensuring it matches the supporting documents you have gathered.
4. Submit a completed Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, along with the Form I-821D if you want to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) as well. This will allow you to legally work in the United States while under deferred action.
5. Make sure to include the required filing fees and submit your application package to the designated USCIS office.
6. Keep a copy of your complete application and any supporting documents for your records.
7. Wait for the USCIS to review your application. They will notify you if any additional information or evidence is required.
8. Once approved, you will receive a notice of deferred action and, if requested, an EAD. This will grant you temporary protection against deportation and authorize you to work legally in the United States.

Who needs deferred action for dreamers?

1. Individuals who arrived in the United States as children before the age of 16 and have been residing continuously in the country since June 15, 2007.
2. Those who were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012, and have not had lawful immigration status since that date.
3. Individuals who are currently in school, have graduated or obtained a certificate of completion from high school, have obtained a General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or are honorably discharged veterans of the U.S. Coast Guard or Armed Forces.
4. People who have not been convicted of a felony, significant misdemeanor, or three or more misdemeanors, and do not pose a threat to national security or public safety.
5. Eligible individuals who want to be protected from deportation and obtain work authorization while they remain in the United States.

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What is deferred action for dreamers?

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a program that allows certain undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as children to receive a renewable two-year period of deferred action from deportation and become eligible for a work permit.

Who is required to file deferred action for dreamers?

Individuals who meet the specific guidelines for DACA, including being under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012, having arrived in the United States before the age of 16, and having continuously resided in the U.S. since June 15, 2007, may be eligible to apply for deferred action for dreamers.

How to fill out deferred action for dreamers?

To fill out deferred action for dreamers, individuals must submit Form I-821D, Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, along with supporting documentation and the required filing fee to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

What is the purpose of deferred action for dreamers?

The purpose of deferred action for dreamers is to provide temporary relief from deportation and allow eligible individuals to obtain work authorization in the United States.

What information must be reported on deferred action for dreamers?

Deferred action for dreamers requires individuals to provide personal information, evidence of educational and/or military service, proof of continuous residence in the U.S., and any criminal history or other relevant documentation.