DACA @ IU

Current DACA recipients can renew their DACA status and employment authorization document for a two-year period. We encourage all eligible DACA recipients to consult with an attorney. You may want to hire an immigration attorneys to answer any questions, review applications you have put together and discuss your particular situation if you are an IU student.

For DACA renewals, USCIS strongly encourages you to submit your renewal request between 150 days and 120 days before the expiration date located on your current Form I-797 DACA approval notice and Employment Authorization Document. Filing during this window will minimize the possibility that your current period of DACA will expire before you receive a decision on your renewal request.

DACA Application & Renewal

If you are not currently a DACA recipient

Based on the recent court decision issued on July 16, 2021, the federal government is blocked from granting any new first-time DACA applications. The ruling notes that while the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may continue to accept new DACA applications, it is not allowed to approve them. You should consult with an immigration attorney to discuss the best course of action for your situation.

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