Deferred Action and Other Protections

There are several types of deferred actions, such as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), victims of domestic violence (VAWA), and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

program intents to protect from deportation individuals who arrived in the U.S. without visas as children, and to give them a path towards legal status including work authorizations, social security card and driver’s license contingent on them being of good character and staying in school.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

is offered to individuals from countries that have suffered natural disasters or that are undergoing war or severe civil unrest, forcing the displacement of citizens of that country. Temporary Protected Status is effective as long as the conditions persist in the country in question.

Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

intents to give victims of domestic abuse the power and safety to report these crimes without fear of deportation or jeopardizing their immigration status (applying for a green card without sponsorship.)

If you are approved for DACA or TPS, you are legally permitted to remain in the U.S., and you may be granted work authorization. But note that DACA or TPS are not immigrant status, and you will not get a green card just based on being a DACA or TPS recipient. It will, however, enable you to seek the best employment options available to you, openly and legally.

Immigration regulations and procedures can be frustrating, time consuming, and financially challenging. Arrange a consultation today with the Signe Law to discuss about your eligibility to these programs.

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