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DACA Renewal

Renew deferred action and your work permit

Estimated fee

$555 online / $605 paper

✓ Verified Oct 17, 2026

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Typical timeline

3-6 months

Category

Humanitarian

Who qualifies

Current or recently expired DACA recipient. File 120-150 days before expiration.

The step-by-step roadmap

  1. 1

    Check expiration date

    File 120-150 days before your DACA expires.

    Watch out: Late filing can mean a gap in work authorization.
  2. 2

    Review changes since last approval

    Note any arrests, travel or address changes.

    Watch out: Criminal issues need legal review.
    Common rejection reason: Undisclosed arrests.
  3. 3

    Complete I-821D, I-765, I-765WS

    Fill out all three forms.

    Watch out: I-765WS is required.
    Common rejection reason: Missing worksheet.
  4. 4

    File and attend biometrics

    File online or by mail with the fee.

    Watch out: Keep copies of everything.
    Common rejection reason: Wrong fee.

Documents you'll need

  • Form I-821D

    Consideration of Deferred Action.

  • Form I-765 and I-765WS

    Work permit and worksheet.

  • Current EAD copy

    Front and back.

  • Court records (if any)

    Dispositions for any arrests.

Ready to start?

Run the free eligibility check first, then get your personalized roadmap and document checklist.

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Fees and timelines are as published by the relevant agency and may change — verify before filing. This guide is general information, not legal advice.