This document provides step-by-step instructions for preparing a renewal package for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) including forms I-821D, I-765, and I-765WS. It outlines the forms and documents needed, such as a copy of the previous DACA application and employment authorization document. Each section of the forms is then explained, with notes on what information to include from the applicant's history and previous applications. Resources for additional information on DACA renewals and criminal bars are also listed.

1. Preparing a DACA renewal
package (I-821D, I-765, I-765WS)
Paula Forero, Esq.
September 10, 2017

2. Agenda Topics
• Legal Disclaimer
• Introduction
• Step-by-step instructions
• Conclusion
• Resources

3. Legal Disclaimer
Please note that these materials have been
prepared for informational purposes only and
should not be construed as legal advice or legal
opinion on any specific facts or circumstances.
Transmission of the information is not intended
to create, and receipt does not constitute, an
attorney-client relationship between the sender
and receiver. Readers should not act upon this
information without seeking professional
counsel.

4. Introduction
Download the forms I-821D, I-765, I-765WS:
• https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/
form/i-821d.pdf?download=1
• https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/
form/i-765.pdf?download=1
• https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/
form/i-765ws.pdf?download=1

5. Introduction
• Documents needed for renewal:
▫ Employment authorization document
▫ Copy of previous DACA application (if available)
▫ Advance parole documents and/or current
passport (if applicable)
▫ Most recent taxes (if applicable)
▫ Certificates of disposition (if applicable)
▫ Black ink pen

8. Verify expiration date for the
applicant
9/5/2017 and 3/5/2018
Verify category for the applicant
C33

10. Basic information:
Make sure to check “renewal request” and to
write expiration date based on EAD
Name as it appears on the EAD
Current mailing address

11. Complete as appropriate

12. Refer to the EAD card for the Alien
Registration Number
Will need to insert here
previous legal names (ie.,
maiden names, birth names,
full name)

14. If the answer to this is no, ask
why

15. If this is a new address since the
last DACA application you will
need to include the former
address in Address 1 below
You only need to include old
addresses if you have moved
since the last DACA renewal

16. This is where you include your
departures from the United
States on advance parole.
List each departure, return, and
reason for departure (ie.,
humanitarian visit to
grandparent, study abroad, work
visit)
Check yes or no. Do not leave
blank
Enter passport information here if
travelled on advance parole

17. Skip Part 3 For Initial Requests and go
straight to Part 4 Criminal, National
Security, and Public Safety Information
Important to ask these questions again
If the applicant has a copy of his previous
application and has answered yes to any
questions before copy that
If new arrests since last renewal add
information
*** If unsure about legal analysis go to this
ILRC DACA criminal bars chart
https://www.ilrc.org/sites/default/files/docu
ments/ilrc-2012-daca_chart.pdf

18. You will need to complete this as
appropriate including if you or
someone else had to translate the
questions to the DACA holder
Make sure the
DACA holder signs
this section

19. Preparer signs this part
and includes his/her
information
Include language being
translated (if applicable)
Interpreter’s signature (if
applicable)

20. Add here any information you run
out of space like addresses or need
to explain such as Part 4.
Include Page Number, Part
Number, Item Number
And write in explanation

22. Biographic information about the
DACA holder. Make sure to check
off “renewal of my permission to
accept employment”

23. Since this is a renewal check off “yes”
USCIS offices: SRC, LIN, WAC, EAC
Place of last entry: check previous
application, ask DACA holder, did
they recently come in on advance
parole?
Status at last entry: No lawful status,
DACA –AP, B2 Visitor, etc.
Current Immigration status
USCIS
office

24. Leave questions 17, 18,
19 on page 2 empty
DACA holder’s
signature
Preparer’s signature

26. Can refer to taxes
or recent pay stubs
Explanation should
give reason that
work authorization
is needed. Can be
short

27. Conclusion:
Attach copy of employment authorization document (front
and back)
Include fees $495
Certificates of disposition if applicable

28. Resources
• ILRC criminal bars reference
▫ https://www.ilrc.org/sites/default/files/resources/chart_dapa_daca_bars_jan_2
015.pdf
▫ https://www.ilrc.org/sites/default/files/documents/ilrc-
practice_advisory_for_criminal_defenders_deferred_action.pdf
▫ https://www.ilrc.org/sites/default/files/documents/ilrc-faq-
daca_juv_del_adjud_records-2013-04_15.pdf
• Instructions for Form I-821D
• Instructions for Form I-765
• DREAMer Loan Fund in NYC
• USCIS page on DACA renewal

29. Thank you