DEFERRED ACTION FOR CHILDHOOD ARRIVALS (DACA)
At this time, only people who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). If you are not sure if you are eligible, please feel free to contact the Clinic for assistance.
BASIC DACA ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Born on or after June 16, 1981
- Came to the United States before reaching 16th birthday
- Have continuously resided in the U.S. since June 15, 2007 up to the present time
- Were physically present in the United States on June 15, 2012, and at the time of making DACA application
- Were physically present in the United States on June 15, 2012, and at the time of making DACA application
- Entered without inspection, or lawful immigration status expired as of June 15, 2012
- Are currently in school, have graduated from high school, or obtained a general education certificate (GED)
- Have NOT been convicted of a felony, significant misdemeanor, three or more other misdemeanors, and do not otherwise pose a threat to national security or public safety
- Be at least 15 years old to file an application(unless you are or have been in deportation proceedings)
- If previously deported, ordered removed, or left the US during this period, DISCUSS WITH AN IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY BEFORE FILING
- If you have any arrests or criminal convictions, DISCUSS WITHAN IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY BEFORE FILING
For further information or assistance call the Clinic at (808) 956-4092. If there is no answer, please leave a message with your contact info.
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