DEFERRED ACTION FOR DREAMERS
Even if you are not married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, you may still qualify to stay in the United States legally and obtain a work permit through the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
At Virgen & Virgen Attorneys at Law, we have extensive experience helping DREAMERS in San Antonio apply for deferred action, renewals, and employment authorization. Our mission is to protect your future and provide the guidance you need to stay and work lawfully in the United States.
Call today for your free consultation with an experienced DACA lawyer in San Antonio.
What Is Deferred Action (DACA)?
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a U.S. immigration policy that allows certain undocumented individuals, who entered the country as children, to remain in the U.S. temporarily and receive legal work authorization.
While DACA does not provide permanent legal status, it protects against deportation and provides access to lawful employment.
DACA Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Deferred Action, applicants must meet the following criteria set by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security:
● Age Requirement – Must have been under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012.
● Date of Entry – Entered the United States before reaching the age of 16.
● Continuous Residence – Lived in the U.S. continuously since June 15, 2007, to the present.
● Physical Presence – Physically present in the U.S. on June 15, 2012, and at the time of filing with USCIS.
● Immigration Status – Entered without inspection before June 15, 2012, or lawful status expired as of June 15, 2012.
● Education or Military Service – Currently in school, graduated from high school, obtained a GED, or honorably discharged veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or Coast Guard.
● Criminal Record – No felony convictions, no significant misdemeanors, and not a threat to national security or public safety.
Our DACA attorneys in San Antonio will carefully review your history to confirm your eligibility.
How Virgen & Virgen Law Helps DREAMERS
Applying for Deferred Action (DACA) can be complicated, but we make the process straightforward by offering:
● Eligibility review to confirm if you qualify.
● Application and renewal assistance (Form I-821D and Form I-765).
● Evidence preparation to prove continuous residence, education, and other requirements.
● Work permit (EAD) filings to ensure you can work legally in the U.S.
● Appeals and denials – Guidance if your request was previously denied.
We provide compassionate, bilingual representation for DREAMERS and their families.
Benefits of DACA
While DACA is temporary, it provides important protections and opportunities, including:
● Protection from deportation.
● Legal work authorization (EAD card).
● Ability to apply for a Social Security Number.
● Eligibility for a driver’s license in most states.
● In-state tuition benefits in many states, including Texas.
Contact a DACA Lawyer
in San Antonio Today
If you or a loved one may qualify for Deferred Action for DREAMERS (DACA), don’t wait — deadlines and eligibility requirements can change. Contact Virgen & Virgen Attorneys at Law for experienced guidance on applying, renewing, or appealing your DACA case.
Serving San Antonio and surrounding Texas communities.
Call today for your free consultation
Let us help you protect your future and continue building your life in the United States.
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