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FamilyBased Immigration and DREAMER ToolkitTable of Contents What you need to know about family based immigration........................1 What you can do to help DREAMERS now.............................................2

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How to fill out family-based immigration and dreamer

1. To fill out a family-based immigration application, follow these steps:
2. Determine your eligibility: Make sure you meet the criteria for family-based immigration. Typically, this includes being a close relative of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
3. Gather necessary documents: Collect all the required documents, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and proof of relationship with the sponsoring family member.
4. Complete the forms: Fill out the necessary application forms accurately and truthfully. This may include forms like Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) or Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status).
5. Pay the fees: Submit the required filing fees with your application. The fees may vary depending on the specific forms being filed.
6. Submit your application: Send your completed application, along with all supporting documents and fees, to the appropriate address as instructed on the official USCIS website.
7. Attend biometrics appointment: If requested, schedule and attend a biometrics appointment to provide your fingerprints, photograph, and signature.
8. Attend an interview: If required, attend an interview with a USCIS officer to verify the authenticity of your application and supporting documents.
9. Wait for a decision: After submitting your application, wait for USCIS to process your case. The processing time can vary, so be patient.
10. Receive a decision: You will be notified of the decision by mail. If approved, you may be granted a green card or other immigration benefits.
12. To apply for the Dreamer program (DACA), follow these steps:
13. Determine your eligibility: Check if you meet the criteria for DACA, including being under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012, and having arrived in the U.S. before the age of 16.
14. Gather necessary documents: Collect all the required documents, such as identification documents, evidence of continuous residence in the U.S., and proof of education or military service.
15. Complete the forms: Fill out the necessary application forms accurately and truthfully. This usually involves Form I-821D (Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals).
16. Pay the fees: Submit the required filing fees with your application. Fees may include the form fee and biometric services fee.
17. Submit your application: Send your completed application, supporting documents, and fees to the appropriate USCIS filing address.
18. Wait for biometrics appointment: If required, wait for USCIS to schedule a biometrics appointment to capture your fingerprints, photograph, and signature.
19. Wait for a decision: After submitting your application, wait for USCIS to process your case. This can take several months.
20. Receive a decision: Once a decision is made, USCIS will notify you by mail. If approved, you may receive DACA benefits, such as protection from deportation and work authorization.

Who needs family-based immigration and dreamer?

1. Family-based immigration is typically needed by individuals who have close family members who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. This includes spouses, children, parents, and siblings of U.S. citizens or green card holders.
2. The Dreamer program (DACA) is designed for individuals who were brought to the U.S. as children illegally and meet certain eligibility criteria. They may need DACA to obtain protection from deportation and work authorization.

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What is family-based immigration and dreamer?

Family-based immigration refers to the process of a citizen or lawful permanent resident sponsoring a family member to come to the United States. Dreamers are individuals who were brought to the United States as children and are protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

Who is required to file family-based immigration and dreamer?

A citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States can file for family-based immigration, while Dreamers are individuals who must meet specific criteria outlined by the DACA program.

How to fill out family-based immigration and dreamer?

To fill out family-based immigration forms, individuals must gather necessary documents, complete the forms accurately, and submit them to the appropriate government agency. Dreamers must consult with an immigration attorney or approved nonprofit organization to determine eligibility and file the necessary paperwork.

What is the purpose of family-based immigration and dreamer?

The purpose of family-based immigration is to reunite families and allow individuals to sponsor their close relatives for immigration to the United States. The purpose of the Dreamer program is to protect eligible individuals who were brought to the United States as children from deportation and provide them with work authorization.

What information must be reported on family-based immigration and dreamer?

Information such as personal details, relationship to the petitioner, immigration history, employment history, and supporting documents must be reported on family-based immigration forms. Dreamers must provide evidence of their eligibility for the DACA program.