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DACA – Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

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    DACA stands for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. It is a program that was implemented in 2012 by the Obama administration to provide temporary protection from deportation and work authorization for certain undocumented immigrants who arrived in the United States as children.

    To be eligible for DACA, individuals must have arrived in the United States before the age of 16, have continuously resided in the U.S. for at least five years, and have been under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012. They must also have completed high school or be enrolled in school, and have no criminal record.

    Successful DACA applicants are granted a two-year period of deferred action, during which time they are protected from deportation and are eligible to work in the United States. After the initial two-year period, DACA recipients may apply for renewal, allowing them to continue to work and live in the U.S. for an additional two years.

    DACA does not provide a pathway to citizenship, but it allows individuals to remain in the U.S. temporarily and obtain work authorization. The program has faced several legal challenges and political controversy over the years, with changes to the program being made by different administrations.

    Frequently asked Questions

    • What is DACA?

      DACA, or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, is a program implemented by the U.S. government that provides temporary relief from deportation and allows certain undocumented individuals who came to the U.S. as children to obtain work authorization.

    • Who Qualifies for DACA?

      To qualify for DACA, an individual must meet several criteria, including: Arriving in the U.S. before turning 16 Continuous residence since June 15, 2007 Being present in the U.S. on June 15, 2012, and at the time of applying Having no lawful status on June 15, 2012 Meeting educational or military service requirements Not having certain criminal convictions

    • How Long Does DACA Last?

      As of my last training data in September 2021, DACA grants deferred action and work authorization for a period of two years, after which it can be renewed.

    • Can DACA Recipients Travel Outside the U.S.?

      Yes, DACA recipients can apply for travel authorization, known as Advance Parole, which allows them to temporarily leave the U.S. for specific purposes. However, re-entry is not guaranteed.

    • Can DACA Recipients Apply for Federal Financial Aid for Education?

      No, DACA recipients are not eligible for federal financial aid, including Pell Grants. However, they may be eligible for certain state and institutional financial aid programs.

    • Can DACA Recipients Apply for a Social Security Number?

      Yes, DACA recipients are eligible to apply for a Social Security Number, which allows them to work legally in the United States.

    • Can DACA Recipients Apply for a Driver's License?

      Yes, DACA recipients may be eligible for a driver's license depending on the laws of the state where they reside.

    • Can DACA Recipients Apply for Permanent Residency (Green Card)?

      DACA itself does not provide a direct path to permanent residency. However, individuals with DACA status may be eligible for other forms of relief or sponsorship through a qualifying family relationship or employer.

    • Can DACA Be Revoked?

      Yes, DACA status can be revoked if an individual no longer meets the eligibility criteria or if they engage in certain criminal activities.

    • Can DACA Recipients Be Deported?

      While DACA provides temporary protection from deportation, it is not a permanent legal status. If a DACA recipient's status expires or is revoked, they may be subject to deportation.

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