Can a child apply for DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)?
In Tennessee, a child can apply for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) if they meet certain requirements. DACA is a form of immigration protection that can allow certain immigrants, known as “Dreamers,” to remain living in the United States without the threat of deportation. In order to qualify for DACA, an applicant must have come to the US before their 16th birthday, be enrolled in school or have graduated, and have no serious criminal record. The application process includes submitting a variety of forms and documents, as well as fingerprinting. DACA does not provide an applicant with legal status in the US, but it can help to protect them from deportation and allow them to obtain work authorization. With DACA, an applicant may also be eligible for certain state and federal benefits, such as health insurance. In Tennessee, there are a number of organizations that can help children to apply for DACA. These organizations can provide assistance with the application process, as well as answer any questions the applicant may have. Additionally, applicants may be able to receive free legal assistance from certain organizations and non-profits. It is important to note that DACA is subject to change and is not guaranteed. The future of DACA remains uncertain, and children applying for DACA should be aware of this before they begin the application process.
THELAW.TV ofrece respuestas en español a todas las preguntas sobre la ley de inmigración.La cuestión de si un niño puede solicitar DACA (Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia) depende principalmente de en qué estado viva. En Tennessee, los niños califican para solicitar DACA si cumplen con los requisitos establecidos para la iniciativa bajo la ley de inmigración. El estado no tiene una ley relacionada con el DACA, pero los niños tienen derecho a pedir DACA en Tennessee si son elegibles. Para solicitar DACA, el solicitante debe demostrar que llegó a los Estados Unidos antes de cumplir 16 años de edad, ha vivido en el país desde junio de 2007, estuvo presente en los Estados Unidos el 15 de junio de 2012 y que estuvo presente al momento de solicitar la acción diferida. Además, el solicitante debe cumplir con los requisitos educativos, militares o laborales. Si una persona cumple con estos requisitos y vive en Tennessee, entonces es elegible para solicitar DACA. Es importante tener en cuenta que el DACA no otorga una tarjeta de residencia permanente ni un estatus de inmigrante. La Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia solo otorga un estatus temporal de dos años (prorrogable) que le permite al solicitante permanecer temporalmente en los Estados Unidos. La iniciativa no ofrece un camino directo a la ciudadanía o la residencia permanente.
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