Eligibility summary
A concise narrative explaining how the applicant meets the childhood arrival and continuous residence criteria, with dates and corroborating facts.
I-821D enables USCIS to consider deferring removal action and, when approved, can lead to work authorization and temporary relief from deportation. It provides a formal record of request and starts USCIS review.
Typical filers and assisting parties involved in I-821D submissions.
Each party plays a role in gathering evidence, completing the form accurately, and tracking USCIS communications.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Document upload | Accept PDF/DOCX up to 25 MB; maintain original scan quality. |
| Signer authentication | Email and SMS verification; consider enhanced ID proofing for legal workflows. |
| Conditional fields | Show supporting-item uploads when applicant indicates prior removal orders. |
| Audit trail | Capture IP, timestamp, and action logs for every signer. |
Verify that your chosen e-sign and document platform supports secure uploads, audit trails, and integrations required for immigration workflows.
Choose a platform that records signer attribution and retention; integration with case management can simplify renewals and follow-up.
A concise narrative explaining how the applicant meets the childhood arrival and continuous residence criteria, with dates and corroborating facts.
Full legal name, aliases, date and place of birth, A-Number if any, and current contact information.
First entry date, admission status (if any), prior applications or removal proceedings, and any prior DHS interactions.
Affidavits, school records, medical records, and other documents corroborating arrival and residence history.
Proof of biometrics appointment scheduling and any associated employment authorization form submissions.
Applicant signature and dated declaration certifying truthfulness; include preparer or attorney information if used.
No fixed deadline; file when evidence is complete.
Attend within the date range on USCIS notice.
Submit renewal about 120–150 days before expiration to minimize gaps.
Meet the specific deadline in the RFE to avoid denial.
Notify USCIS of address changes within 10 days when required.
| Criteria | I-821D | I-821 (TPS) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary purpose | deferred action | temporary protection |
| Governing program | daca policies | tps designation |
| Eligibility focus | childhood arrival criteria | country conditions |
| Work authorization | often paired with i-765 | often paired with i-765 |
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| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/yr | No cap | No cap | No cap |
Applicant attended U.S. schools since childhood and provides school transcripts, immunization records, and sworn affidavits
Applicant shows employment records and rent receipts but has brief travel gaps; includes sworn affidavits explaining short absences