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There is something that I see a lot that is soooo overwhelmingly disappointing and infuriating!! Anyone else notice that often times when someone finally gets legal status/residency/citizenship, they seem to turn their backs on the rest of us and begin to see themselves as better while judging everyone that hasn't gotten there yet? I see that a lot, and it makes no sense to me!! WHY, after having been in the same boat, do people feel all of a sudden better than everyone else??? Those people begin to disassociate themselves from the rest of us and all of a sudden se creen la gran cagada!! I want to plead with all of you here that when you are approved for the deferred action, get your EAD, social security card, and license, you won't turn your back on the rest of us... Keep on fighting for us!!! Keep on being there for us!! Furthermore, if one day you get a full path to residency/citizenship, don't you EVER forget where you came from!! Don't you ever forget that struggle, don't you ever forget those hardships, and don't you EVER leave your own people hanging!! Keep on striving to help not only fellow dreamers, but also any other community members that are struggling as I'm sure a lot of our parents are struggling... Always keep that passion, don't ever let it burn out!!! Good luck to everyone y que Dios los bendiga!! <3

If we could change something about current immigration processes/statuses?? Well, there's nothing I want more than for mi mami to have a chance!! She has struggled soooooo much and I just wish she could breathe easy for once!! Granted, my sister and I will stop at nothing to give her a better life, but it would be great if she could finally be able to live out some of her dreams, like traveling back to el pueblo, opening a business, getting a driver's license, etc... I think a lot of us here wish our parents had a chance, because they're the ones that gave up everything to get us to where we are... God bless mi mami, and God bless all the wonderful, hardworking parents out there that have made the Dreamers who we are!!

Seems like it might have a chance soon!

Its very true I feel the same way. We shouldn't forget where we come from and the struggles we have overcome

I get that a lot of ppl cant spare a whole lot of time, but the fact that some people, when they get those wings, start judging the rest of us and feel better than us... THAT'S whats truly disappointing and unacceptable!! The gist of this is to not forget where you came from and quit the judging basically!

Good point Nilvia,I have noticed it too and it saddens me to see all those people turning their backs on us.

Yes! I've noticed that too .... and it is sad and disappointing and I agree with you, we should all keep on helping each other, I don't see why not. La union hace la fuerza! lol I think it's a slogan, but anyways :b it's true!

This is a great post! Yes I feel the same way you do.some people forget that just a few months ago they were also strugguling and in fear.I pray that the Lord will get us all out of this struggle

So I would like to know some of your opinions about the forum we all use on a daily basis. Since we all know Obama got re-elected, we can breath for another 4 years!! Congrats on that. If you could change/add/remove/comment on just 1 thing, what would it be?

NOTE: THIS TOPIC IS BEING UPDATED, PLEASE BE PATIENT. Below is a list of states that will be giving and will not be giving identifications and/or licenses to approved daca applicants. Will be issuing License/IDs: Arkansas Alabama Alaska (Requires to fill out a few special pieces in the form, only for EAD) California Colorado Connecticut (Requires extra identification documents) Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Minnesota Missouri Montana Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oregon Oklahoma (Extra info) Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Pennsylvania Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington Wisconsin Wyoming West Virginia (Assumes that EAD is accepted) Will not be issuing License/IDs: Arizona Michigan Nebraska Iowa Mississippi To be investigated: American Samoa District of Columbia Guam Northern Marianas Islands Virgin Islands Please post if your state is issuing identifications or if not. Thank you.

Great news guys, DMV issues 5 years Driver License and 6 years California ID!! That is ALL! LMK what others states do!

I have been in the United States for 13 years now. There is nothing else that I detest than to see someone who has the opportunity to be something and make someone out of themselves but take no action. As an immigrant, people don't understand how limited we are to goals, dreams or life itself. Being an immigrant has pushed me back multiple years from my 'to do list' or my 'what will I be in 5 to 10 years from now'. Being approve and given the chance to work legally or drive safely without having to look behind my shoulder periodically, would be one of the best things that could happen to anyone in our situation. So many paths will be open to us and I feel as if I can't waste anytime. I want to proof to those that have seen me as a failure because they have no idea of my situation that given the chance, I can be the best person I can be. I want to show my family that I want to better myself and live a better life than the one provided not just for myself, but for them as well. There are so many things I have been wanting to do for so long, that it infuriates me to not be able to keep moving forward with goals, dreams, life itself. Don't take opportunities for granted and take full advantage of them. We never know when another chance will come along. Don't be that person who will be asking themselves "what if" just do it. Let's show together that United States needs us as much as we need them.

I haven't been approved yet but I can answer some of these questions. 1) The EAD cards have the word "Category" on them, and under "Category" it will have C33, that means that we are DACA applicants. 3) The EAD doesn't take long to arrive after USPS has picked it up. Your online case status will update to "USPS has reported that they have picked up your card" or something along those lines. Not everyone will get this message. After that, you can call USCIS and they will be able to give you a tracking number, but the EAD won't take long to get to your house. 4) When filling out a job application, it won't ask you for immigration status. It will only ask if you are legally allowed to work in the United States. After you are hired, the employer may ask for proof of legal employment in which you just have to show your EAD and SSN.

umm ... maybe add more links to other sources such as articles, websites of organizations that support dreamers, etc. You know, that way we have more to look at; more info.

I couldn't put in any other way. Nivia hit it right on the head; our parents have done so much for us and I think they deserve just as much freedom as we deserve.

I love your response and I am sure that's what everyone hopes for their parents. But I would like to make it clear that this topic is about changing or adding something pertaining to the forum. I want to make it a better experience for everyone!

I know one of fave quotes ^^

Country of Residence: USA Country of Citizenship: will be the country you were born in

you put United States

thank you!!!

once you obtain your SSN, you can apply for a DL. you have to take the written test and IF you pass, they will give you a permit. That permit will allow you to be able to drive WITH someone in the car with a DL. Having a permit though does NOT allow you to drive by yourself. IF you are 18 and under, I believe you have to wait 6 months to take the actual behind the wheel test. IF you are 18 and older, you can take the behind the wheel test anytime you are ready. This applies in California..I am not sure about what other states do, but i believe it is the same.

A month is hard to wait. I can't imagine 6.. :-\

Yes, I'm sure. There aren't any drug tests in this process.

Plain and simple dude, no. Biometric check does not include any sort of blood or drug test. Just your finger prints, photo and signature. Good luck