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DACA: 5 things to know

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

DACA Update

1. Your DACA is valid until it's expiration date. 

  • Look at your I-795 Approval Notice 
  • Bottom of your employment authorization document (EAD) 

2.  No new DACA applications will be accepted. 

  • No longer accepting applications after September 5, 2017.

3.  DACA issuances and work permits expiring between now and March 5, 2018 must submitted for renewal by October 5, 2017.

  • If permit expires between now and March 5, 2018, you must apply for a two-year renewal by October 5, 2017.

4. Advance parole to travel abroad is no longer available.

  • Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will no longer grant permission. 
  • Any pending application will not be processed
  • DHS will refund any associated fees

5.  We are united in this fight.