Identification
Full legal name, A-number (if any), date of birth, and copies of government-issued photo ID to verify identity.
A correctly completed DACA Renewal Application maintains lawful deferred action, preserves employment authorization, and minimizes the risk of denial or processing delays by USCIS.
The DACA Renewal Application is completed by the recipient or by a legal representative acting on the recipient's behalf.
Accurate completion reduces risk and helps ensure continuous authorization to work and protection from removal while renewal is pending.
Full legal name, A-number (if any), date of birth, and copies of government-issued photo ID to verify identity.
Signed declaration that the applicant continues to meet DACA criteria, including arrival age and continuous presence since the applicable dates.
Complete disclosure of arrests, charges, or convictions with certified dispositions; omissions can lead to denial or immigration consequences.
School, employment, or community documentation that corroborates continuous residence and good moral character where applicable.
Receipt of any required biometric services appointment and proof of attendance when USCIS schedules a fingerprint appointment.
Correct fee or fee-exempt evidence, dated signature, and any required attorney accreditation or declaration from representative.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Document Upload | Allow PDF/JPG uploads and require specific file name conventions |
| Signer Authentication | Email link plus SMS code or ID verification for stronger attribution |
| Conditional Fields | Show conviction details fields only if 'Yes' is selected |
| Delivery | Store signed copy, deliver PDF to applicant and legal rep |
Choose tools and settings that produce a reproducible audit trail, preserve document integrity, and meet legal standards for e-signatures.
Ensure the chosen platform captures timestamps, IP addresses, signer attribution, and a tamper-evident final PDF for retention and to meet evidentiary needs.
Submit 120 to 150 days before current DACA expires per USCIS guidance
Biometrics appointments typically occur after filing and affect overall processing time
USCIS processing times change; expect variations by service center and caseload
Late filings can cause lapses in EAD coverage until renewal is approved
Keep the USCIS receipt number for case tracking and queries
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
A clinic collects IDs and school records digitally to prepare a renewal packet.
An HR team receives a renewed EAD PDF from an employee and stores a signed receipt in the personnel file.