Can a child apply for a deferred action?

Yes, a child in Alaska can apply for deferred action. Deferred action is a form of immigration relief that allows people who are in the United States unlawfully to remain in the country temporarily, without fear of deportation. In order for a child to apply for deferred action, they must meet certain eligibility requirements. These requirements include being born on or after June 15th, 2012, having come to the United States before their 16th birthday, and having continuously lived in the country since June 15th, 2007. Additionally, the child must be currently in school, have graduated high school, have obtained a General Education Development (GED) certificate, or have been honorably discharged from the United States Coast Guard or Armed Forces. A child can submit a request to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for deferred action on their own behalf, or a parent or guardian may submit a request on their behalf. The USCIS will consider several factors in determining whether to grant deferred action. These factors include the individual’s age, health, family status, criminal record, and educational history. If granted, deferred action will enable the child to remain in the United States for a period of two years, subject to renewal. It also provides them with the ability to apply for work authorization and protection from deportation.

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La acción diferida es un programa para los inmigrantes que les permite obtener una protección temporal contra la deportación, así como permisos de trabajo y autorizaciones de viaje. Esta protección sólo está disponible a los inmigrantes indocumentados que llegaron a los Estados Unidos antes de los 16 años. Este programa es conocido como Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (DACA). Dicho esto, sí, un niño puede solicitar una acción diferida para residir en Alaska. Al igual que con la mayoría de los demás programas de inmigración, un niño debe cumplir con ciertos requisitos para elegibilidad. Estos requisitos incluyen llegar al país antes de los 16 años, residir en Estados Unidos desde el 15 de junio de 2007, y no tener una condena criminal significativa. Además del solicitante, los padres también deben proporcionar información sobre la identidad del menor de edad. Esto significa que ambos padres deberán presentar pruebas de identidad y probar su relación con el solicitante. Si el niño no tiene padres, entonces su tío, abuelo u otro tutor legal debe presentar el mismo tipo de información. Una vez que el solicitante cumple con los requisitos y ha completado el proceso completo de solicitud de acción diferida, recibirá un permiso de trabajo, un número de seguro social y una tarjeta de residencia temporal de dos años. Esta tarjeta está sujeta a renovación y puede ayudar al niño a obtener una visa de no inmigrante si desea viajar fuera de los Estados Unidos.

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