DACA Renewal Clinic
Hey, there! Please follow these steps to see if you're eligible for help with renewing your DACA through KSMODA's DACA Renewal Clinic.
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Complete the Screening Tool to confirm you are eligible for DACA and/or KSMODA assistance.
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If eligibility is confirmed, complete the Full-Length Questionnaire in its entirety.
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Schedule an appointment to review your questionnaire and application with our team.
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Sign and return the Statement of Understanding (mandatory) and Financial Assistance Waiver (optional) via email prior to your scheduled appointment to admin@ksmoda.org
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After meeting with one of our volunteer attorneys, print, sign and confidently mail your application following our mailing instructions.
We are currently operating on a bi-monthly clinic schedule and by appointment only. Next Clinic Date: 02/17/2024
What is Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)?
“deferred” = not now; “action” = deportation
Deferred action is an act of prosecutorial discretion to defer the deportation of an individual— in the case of DACA, a childhood arrival (per USCIS definition). Because it is discretionary, there is no guarantee of approval or permanence.
The I-821D form also requires that form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, be filed concurrently. This means DACA approval comes with a permit for lawful work.
To maintain DACA, it must be renewed every two years. You should submit your DACA renewal request between 150 days (5 months) to 120 days (4 months) before your expiration date. If you submit your request after the 120-day window, you could be at risk of losing your job and other protections.
Can I apply for DACA?
USCIS is currently only processing renewal requests for DACA; initial requests are accepted but not being processed due to ongoing litigation. So, if you missed the initial filing window, it may be unlikely that you will benefit from DACA anytime soon.
Among others, restrictions for DACA applicants include:
Must have been present in the US and under 31 y/o on June 15, 2012, when DACA was announced
Continuously resided in the US since Jun 15, 2007, up to the present time & arrived prior to turning 16 y/o
Completed, or working towards, a high school diploma, GED, or other equivalent & does not have a significant criminal history.
How can KS-MODA help?
KSMODA provides free renewal assistance, including one-on-one with a practicing immigration attorney, to ensure your form is ready to file with USCIS. While we cannot guarantee approval, we strive to answer your questions, appease your doubts, and make the renewal process as accessible as possible.
200+ DACA Renewals
Since 2009, the Kansas/Missouri Dream Alliance has been committed to providing support and resources to the immigrant community in Kansas and Missouri.
One of our most significant impacts has been the provision of over 200 DACA renewals for our immigrant neighbors, ensuring they can continue to live and work in the only place they call home.
The financial burden of renewal fees often poses a significant obstacle for many DACA recipients, and our organization's dedication to offering these services free of charge has had a tangible, life-changing impact.
By contributing to our cause, you can help us sustain and expand our vital work, making a real and lasting difference in the lives of immigrant individuals and families in our community.
Your donation, no matter the size, can enable us to continue providing essential support and advocating for the rights of our immigrant neighbors.
Join us in making a meaningful impact and standing in solidarity with our immigrant community.