From CLINIC: USCIS has updated how it will handle the recent DACA Ruling

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We continue to be angered and disappointed by most of the news surrounding the recent federal court decision on DACA.

The following information has been provided by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.:

USCIS updated its DACA Frequently Asked Questions on July 28, 2021. The new guidance clarifies how the agency will implement last week’s permanent injunction in the Texas v. U.S. case, including:  

  • Initial DACA applications and associated applications for work authorization that were pending on or after July 16, 2021 will remain on hold in compliance with the court’s order. Because these applications will remain pending, USCIS will not refund filing fees.

  • Someone who was previously granted DACA but did not request renewal within one year of the expiration cannot apply for renewal. Under the previous policy, someone in this situation could apply for DACA by submitting an initial application. After the Texas decision, USCIS is prohibited from approving these applications.

  • USCIS has cancelled all biometrics appointments for initial applications. Renewal applicants and applicants for advance parole should attend scheduled biometrics appointments.

For more details, please consult the USCIS FAQs and CLINIC’s resource on advising clients in the wake of the court’s decision.

USCISMelissa SoberalskiDACA, Texas, Initial DACA, Update, Immigration