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I'm 20 and I been in the US since 1 year old and I haven't fixed my papers how can I be a resident of the US?
Asked on Mar 31st, 2013 on Immigration - Michigan
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I have no criminal record I went two school here and grew up here and I just haven't been able to fix my papers is there any way I can be a resident of the United States?
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Adebola O. Asekun
It appears that you may be eligible to file for DACA [Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals]. This will get you a work permit and permission to live in the country. This is not a green card. But it may just be the temporary fix for you until you can get a green card if you are otherwise qualified. I suggest that you consult with a lawyer first before doing anything
Answered on Apr 04th, 2013 at 11:57 PM
Rebecca T White
From what you describe you may qualify under DACA. Depending upon your family situation you may have other options as well.
Answered on Apr 03rd, 2013 at 8:28 PM
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Francis John Cowhig
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Not unless you have a qualifying relative or employer to file a petition for you.
Answered on Apr 03rd, 2013 at 8:25 PM
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Based on your facts, if you completed school here and have not been convicted of a crime that would make you ineligible, you may qualify for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), which would give you a work permit and legal status that you may renew every 2 years. Once you have been granted deferred action, it may open up other paths to your residency.
Answered on Apr 02nd, 2013 at 3:27 PM
Look into deferred action for now.
Answered on Apr 02nd, 2013 at 2:47 PM
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The program to look at is called Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
Answered on Apr 02nd, 2013 at 2:47 PM