
Did you know that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proposing a new rule for the “public charge…
President Obama said these programs, DACA and DAPA, is a direct response to our broken immigration system and will temporarily eliminate the threat of deportation for three years. During those three years, those who qualify for DACA or DAPA will get employment authorization. They can then apply for a social security number, driver’s license, and permission to travel to their native country.
Deferred action is a decision to postpone removal (deportation) during the three year program period. It does not give any lawful status. If approved, you will not accrue unlawful presence in the United States while the program is in effect, however, deferred action does not forgive any prior or subsequent unlawful presence. If you show an economic necessity for employment, you will receive employment authorization during the program. Deferred action can be terminated at any time at the agency’s discretion or non-renewed by the agency.
In order to be eligible for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals you must:
You will also have to complete a background check. It is imperative that you discuss this matter with a qualified New Jersey immigration attorney. Before you apply, be certain that you qualify!
In order to be eligible for Deferred Action for Parents you must:
You will also have to complete a background check. It is imperative that you discuss this matter with a qualified New Jersey immigration attorney. Before you apply, be certain that you qualify!
If you prove an economic necessity, you will get work authorization. This is not new to immigration law. While living in the United States people must have a way to support themselves. You will also be eligible to apply for a social security card, a driver’s license, and automobile insurance. You can also apply for Advance Parole which will let you visit your native country. The program is individual to you. What this means is every person must apply for themselves. For example, if your wife is granted deferred action, neither you nor your children would automatically receive any benefit. You would have to separately apply for yourself or your kids.
You will need: financial records, medical records, school records, employment records, military records, your birth certificate (translated into English), a full copy of your passport, and at least two passport photographs. You will also need a certified driver’s abstract and a criminal background check.
At the moment you can’t apply. Â A court has temporarily stopped the implementation of the the DACA and DAPA program. Â That decision is being appealed. Â Other courts have found in favor of this program, but it only takes one decision to temporarily stop it. Â In the meantime you should gather the necessary documents and make sure that you fix any prior criminal, tax, or child support issues that may prevent you from qualigying for this program.
This is important. So far the applications have not even been provided. Don’t be a victim of fraud!
Do you have questions about about qualifying or applying for the new Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or Deferred Action for Parents? Contact our Long Branch and Lakewood immigration attorneys for a free consultation at 888-695-6169. We are fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Hebrew.
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