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Hello Nuvi, So as pasw83 explained, yes entering the U.S without inspection simply means that you entered the U.S illegally without getting caught. Obviously this you do not have to prove, after all how can you prove that you entered the U.S supposing you crossed the border. You're not going to have a receipt from the Coyote that says the date which you crossed. What you need to prove if you entered without a visa, is that you came into the U.S before the age of 16. That you must already know. Easy way to prove that is through medical records, immunization records or school records. If you entered the U.S with a visa you may show them a copy of your I-94 card or entry stamp. These are useful for you to prove the date in which you entered the U.S

Seems like girls got it this time! Congrats & thank you to everyone that participated!

ok, i had a question about filing out the EAD (I-765) form and was wondering what category we, DACA apps, would fall into. And Here is the answer. This explains that there could be a different EAD app for us DACA apps. Please read it so that you can stay informed and when the time comes, you'll fill out the right EAD form.

The Homeland Security Department said Friday that illegal immigrants will have to pay $465 to apply for legal status in the U.S. under President Obama’s administration Dream Act, with the fees going to make sure no taxpayer funds are used. Illegal immigrants will be able to begin applying Aug. 15 under the program announced in June by President Obama and Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, which will apply to illegal immigrants age 30 and under who were brought here before age 16. In another key decision, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Alejandro Mayorkas said the agency will generally not use the information from the applications to try to deport illegal immigrants who don’t qualify unless they lie on their application, have serious criminal records or are otherwise deemed threats to the country. That move is likely to draw fire from critics who say the Obama administration is knowingly turning its back on illegal immigration, but an administration official, who briefed reporters on condition that he not be named, said they made that decision in order to try to convince illegal immigrants to come forward. “Information contained in the request will not be used for immigration enforcement purposes,” the official said. Driving without a license would not rise to the level of a criminal offense where the information would be used, nor would having worked in the U.S. under a false identify. But gun offenses, sex offenses or drunken-driving convictions would rise to the level where the information would be shared with deportation authorities. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Lamar Smith, Texas Republican, said the program will push illegal immigrants into the workforce, letting them legally compete with American workers at a time when the unemployment rate is still over 8 percent. He also worried about the guidelines, which he said aren’t strict enough to weed out bad applicants. “The lack of specific standards for employees processing the applications is an open invitation to fraud,” he said Officials couldn’t say how long processing would take since they don’t know the volume of requests or how long background checks will take. The official who briefed reporters said 1,200 illegal immigrants who were already pending in the deportation system have been granted deferred action. The legal status — and a work permit — will last for two years at first, but can be renewed again, meaning those who qualify can remain in the U.S. without fear of deportation, and with the right to work. The specific conditions are that an illegal immigrant: was under 31 years of age on June 15, when the president announced the policy; came to the U.S. before age 16, has been in the country continuously for five years; and has graduated high school, earned a GED or was honorably discharged from the military. Convicted felons and those with multiple misdemeanors would not be eligible. Those are generally the same requirements as the Dream Act — legislation that never passed Congress but that would have granted a full path to citizenship to young illegal immigrants. Mr. Obama’s order does not confer those same citizenship rights. Officials said in very rare cases illegal immigrants who are well below the federal poverty line can request an exemption from the $465 fee. Cesar Vargas, a former law school student who would be eligible for the Dream Act, said the administration’s move was welcome, but not enough. “Of course, the administrative directive is just the first step and we will keep pressuring both Democrats and Republicans to ensure a modern immigration process is enacted next year,” he said. Link:http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2012/aug/3/dream-act-students-will-pay-465-fee-legal-status-d/

http://content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/USDHSCIS-4ed417 SCIS Public Engagement Division: Stakeholder Teleconference on Deferred Action U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services sent this bulletin at 08/14/2012 09:43 AM EDT Dear Stakeholder, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Alejandro Mayorkas and other senior Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials will hold a stakeholder conference call on Tuesday, August 14 at 1:00 pm (Eastern) to discuss Secretary Janet Napolitano’s June 15memorandum. In accordance with the Secretary’s memorandum, USCIS will begin accepting requests for consideration of deferred action for childhood arrivals on August 15, 2012. During the teleconference, Director Mayorkas will provide an overview of the process by which certain young people who came to the United States as children may request deferred action, provide details on the forms to be submitted, and take questions. Additional information on the announcement can be found here. Please join U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Alejandro Mayorkas in a teleconference regarding the deferred action for childhood arrivals process on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at 1:00 pm (Eastern). To Participate in the August 14 Stakeholder Conference Call Please use the information below to join the session. We recommend calling in 20 minutes prior to the start of the teleconference. Call-in Number: (800) 779-9654 Passcode: DHS This call is intended for stakeholders only. Members of the media should call (202) 282-8010 with inquiries. Kind regards, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

So how big is your application packet? Althought on the 15th, we will all know exacty what we need and what we don't come that day. Just discuss and let us know what you included and what is good to have.

To start off, what does it mean if you entered without inspection? and what would we need to prove this? This one is confusing and I had a guest ask about it too; I'm not sure what it means!

I would never send the original, unless they specifically state it. The only original document I am sending is the translated certificate. I will send the required copies along with the application together in a folder, then the extra information in a separate folder for it to be reviewed. Taxes can also help in this situation.

Yes that's what i meant, and then you should be able to apply and qualify as well. Good luck!! UnitedWeGrow.

I have some copies already....but ill finish the rest today:) well if they want the originals I wouldnt knw to send them or not?! What would u do?

Also i hav a 4yr old do they need to know that??? And prego 4mths! Lol

Mine is not that big cuz they are really not asking for much...All I have is *immunization card * high school transcripts 9-12 *school i.d's *diploma * I.d *passport mexicano * birth certificate/ translated in English I also have my lease form of my first apt u guys think that will help also r wat I hav is good enough????

and I've had a bank account since 2009 I got all the bamk statements month by month

my packet is huge, I have a 3 year old so I have all sorts of medical records, my school recorsd are a lot, and while I was prego a nurse came to see me every week so I have a lot of those papers

WE WIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!LMAO...I LOVE YOU ALE!!!!

A lot of people are confusing these two different laws lately.

I'm not a big fan of the Army, never was. I would pick the four year college.

hi 020490, proving the pas 5 yrs is a required. however, if you have paperwork that goes a few yrs before 2005, then i would include them as well. any medical and hospital records that you have from your pregnancy will be useful too..

yes, Nuvi. you will have to make copies of your visa and passport. if your visa is expired, then you are here illegally.

You're welcome. I wish you the best with your goals/

^ i think the same and am very thankful they atleast made an effort to pass the deferred action this year. Uhh after those 12 years of hardship i just can't wait for the process to start!!!