DACA Renewal Resources and FAQ’s
My office is ready to assist with renewing your Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status with United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS). If you are a CA-29 resident and need further assistance or have questions regarding the DACA renewal process, please contact my office at (818) 253-3535.
This DACA Renewal Resources and FAQ’s page is intended to provide constituents with an informative list of local organizations that may provide non-federal assistance and/or support to constituents. The inclusion of any organization on this list does not constitute or imply the official sanction or endorsement of Congresswoman Luz Rivas or the U.S. House of Representatives of such organization and/or the services provided.
Important to note: As of July 16, 2021, USCIS does not process initial DACA requests, but does accept and process DACA renewal requests for those who received DACA status before July 16, 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions:
When Should I Renew?
USCIS encourages DACA recipients to file their status renewal 120 to 150 days (4 to 5 months) before your current DACA and Employment Authorization (EAD) expire. A lapse in your DACA status can put you at risk of losing your job, driver’s license, or status as a whole.
What Forms Do I Need?
You will need to file all three of the following forms:
Form I-821D: Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Form I-765: Application for Employment Authorization
Form I-765WS: Worksheet
The most current version of each form along with the filing fee can be found here.
What Documents Do I Need?
Valid passport, birth certificate, or government-issued ID
Current and previous Employment Authorization Documents (EAD)
Evidence of continuous residence (tax returns, school records, lease agreements, utility bills)
Two passport-style photos taken within 30 days of filing
How Long Will Processing Time Take?
Processing times are currently running between 3 and 8 months. Make sure to keep your receipt notice (Form I-797). This serves as proof of your pending renewal if your current EAD expires before your renewal is approved.
How Can My Office Help?
My office can contact USCIS on your behalf. We can help track the status of your case and in urgent situations, request that your renewal be expedited. If you would like assistance with a pending DACA status renewal, please visit myHelp with a Federal Agency pageor contact my office at (818) 253-3535.
Community Resources
If you need additional support with your DACA renewal, you can access the services offered by local organizations and the federal agency.
16501 Sherman Way #220, Van Nuys
11243 Glenoaks Blvd., #9 Pacoima
(818) 532-6901
634 S. Spring St. 10th floor, Los Angeles
13327 Van Nuys Blvd., Pacoima
1671 San Fernado Rd, San Fernado
(800) 375-5283
This DACA Renewal Resources and FAQ’s page is intended to provide constituents with an informative list of local organizations that may provide non-federal assistance and/or support to constituents. The inclusion of any organization on this list does not constitute or imply the official sanction or endorsement of Congresswoman Luz Rivas or the U.S. House of Representatives of such organization and/or the services provided.