Frequently Asked DACA Questions

USCIS is accepting new applications from anyone who did not previously have DACA. This means that anyone who became eligible for DACA after September 2017, or otherwise never applied before then, will be eligible to apply, if they meet DACA requirements.

The USCIS filing fee for DACA renewals remains $495.

As of December 7th individuals who previously had DACA but did not renew will still be able to apply again. These applications will be considered “initial,” USCIS will still accept and process them.

Starting December 7, 2020, US Citizenship and Immigration Services will start accepting applications from DACA grantees for advance parole.

Unfortunately nobody who entered the US after June 15, 2007, will qualify for DACA.

Financial assistance to pay for the USCIS fees is usually limited. If you are in college, we advise you to talk to your school’s DACAmented student liaison. Also, please check this page as we update any financial assistance opportunities that we find out.

Most USCIS offices will reuse biometrics from previous DACA renewals, but depending on your local USCIS office you may receive a new appointment notice for your biometrics OR USCIS will reuse your biometrics information. If you do not receive an appointment notice or notification of biometrics reuse by mail within 90 days of your local office reopening, call 800-375-5283. For more information on USCIS reopenings or updates please visit the official USCIS website.

Visit this guide to know what steps to take if your DACA is delayed after filing.