Who is eligible to receive Deferred Action for Childood Arrivals?

a. Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012;

b. Came to the United States before reaching your 16th birthday;

c. Have continuously resided in the United States since June 15, 2007, up to the present time;

d. Were physically present in the United States on June 15, 2012, and at the time of making your request for consideration of deferred action with USCIS;

e. Entered without inspection before June 15, 2012, or your lawful immigration status expired as of June 15, 2012;

f. Are currently in school, have graduated or obtained a certificate of completion from high school, have obtained a general education development (GED) certificate, or are an honorably discharged veteran of the Coast Guard or Armed Forces of the United States; and

g. 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

You must also complete a background check and, for if you are not subject to a final order of removal, must be 15 years old or older.