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So I thought that even up to this date, I was informed about the necessary things that I need to gather to be prepared for the day of the application set for august 15. All that hasn't changed, but I recently came across something I never knew or heard of before that's supposed to be required to apply for deferred action. What I read goes as follows: If you are a male between the ages of 18 and 25, please remember to sign up for selective service. Not doing so could interfere with your deferred action application, especially because it is required that you sign up (regardless of status) under federal law. Here's the link where I found this: http://dreamrelief.org/resources/required-documents/ My concern is that I have no idea what this is (I'm going to google it), and that this is the only site where I've seen this. I thought I should share this with everyone, If you know anything at all about this I'm interested to know. Is this really required to apply for deferred action? Tell us what you know. Peace

<p> We have been hearing stories all around the country about people taking advantage of the immigrant community. They call themselves lawyers, advocates, or notarios. They advertise their services to “help” young immigrants apply for deferred action under the new Obama policy and charge hundreds or thousands of dollars. It is anticipated that the Deferred Action process will be easy enough that the overwhelming majority of applicants won’t need a lawyer to file their application. What you should NOT do Don’t give anybody money yet! There is no application process at this time. Don’t use the services of anyone calling themselves a notario or an unlicensed lawyer. Don’t use the services of anyone promising to get you a green card as the result of the new Obama policy. Don’t use a lawyer’s services just because they advertise somewhere or they are a friend of your family.

So previously I along with a few other people on this blog, we discussed about the possible $930 that this entire process was going to cost us dreamers. So far what we know is that the cost for the work permit is going to be at $380, and $80/85 for biometric check. The actual cost for deferred action application isn't yet known by the public. The actual total cost may not come as we've initially anticipated, coming at almost $1000. Since we still don't know the actual cost for deferred action, it's fair to say that everything might come a little less expensive by a few hundreds, or cost even a lot more than anyone could expect. In my opinion, I do not believe that the application for deferred action is going to cost more than the work permit which is at $380. It may perhaps come at about the same price (let's hope it comes cheaper) as the work permit but until then, best thing we can do is wait and save as much money as possible.

Suppose that at some point the Dream Act gets approved and finally becomes a law. Would you enlist on the military or get enrolled into a four year college?

Hi guys, I have not seen it nor read about it anywhere. My question is; is it necessary to get all our documents such as evidence notarized? Has anybody heard about this procedure being necessary, read anywhere...? If you have read about this somewhere please provide a link. Thanks in advance

Hello, my name is Alex I'm 23 years old and I come from Colombia. I entered the United States in the year of 1999 when I was 9 years old. I initially came with my mother and sister, my dad had already been living here since 1990 we came here all thanks to him who sent for us. Life in Colombia for me was good in the sense that I've always had everything. We've had a beautiful home, with beautiful surroundings. At the time however, Colombia was under very heavy turmoil from drug cartels and the armed forces that kept innocent people under constant threat. My family was never at peace, we got harassed and our home robbed constantly. The violence was vicious amongst the rebel groups at the time. I recall many times where me and my family came under many near death experiences. Shootings, bombings you name it. We experienced it, we lived it. The 90's era in Colombia was one that made many people flee the country. Violence was vicious. That its what brought me and my family here to the U.S. Initially when I arrived to the U.S life was good. My parents had good paying jobs the economy in the country was good and life for undocumented immigrants wasn't as difficult as it is today. Hence, it was possible to get a DL and easier to get a job. My adaptation to this country couldn't come off any better, I started going to school few months after I arrived, I picked up the language very fast. My family no longer had to suffer the uncertainty of safety that we've had back in the native land. Ever since I was young I had always been involved in sports, mainly soccer. When I was in middle school playing with my friends I got picked up by a scout of one of the top clubs in my region (Bolts). My talent evolved, I played and trained with the best. This was a great time for me, I met places, people made the best of friends. When I got to high school and already recognized as a "player to watch" I was given the opportunity of a lifetime to join the All-American team to travel abroad for tournaments. At that time I didn't recognize I was an undocumented alien, I felt as though I was from here. When the time came on the summer of 2006 I was going to be taken to taken to Italy for a tournament. That was not possible... I had to be withdrawn from the team. The following year, I missed yet another trip to Dominica. This for me was a breaking point. I began to realize that my status situation was really going to hurt me in future goals. I had wanted to go to a university and study mechanical engineering, play for for a division one team. I dreamed of having a career working on big things. It often saddens me to think about the what ifs.. Two of my old team-mates/friends are now semi-professional, others playing for top universities in the country. Me, only the what if. Things were difficult, especially after 9/11 terrorist attacks. Everything got complicated for undocumented immigrants. I dropped out of high school in my sophomore year, but I returned and graduated with honors. After high school, with scholarships lost and opportunities gone I was never the same. I became isolated, lonely and many occasions depressed. I attempted to try going to college but it wasn't easy to carry on financially by myself. I hope for one day to be able to live the american dream. I want to be able to exploit all my virtues and talents. I hope for an immigration reform that can benefit us and our hard working families.

HI guys, I sent in my application a few days ago. I didn't actually fill it out myself, I was assisted by an organization who works with people to apply for TPS and other immigration processes. I have a bit of a concern here though, they told me it wasn't required to send two passport photos with the I-765 form (or work form), they say this is because this process is different from other immigration cases and that my picture will get taken regardless at the biometric check. I ended up listening to these people, my application was sent without these photos. Does anyone know? Are these really required!? Has anyone sent their applications without these as well!?

ohhhh jebussss!!

At first I was very optimistic having seen the bill pass the senate with such extraordinary bipartisan support (mehhh mostly democrats...). Now my stance has changed having realized what the GOP members of the represent for the passage of a fair immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship. It is very demoralizing knowing what approach the members of the house will take on the matter, I find it very realistic that most likely they take it by bits instead of presenting a whole immigration bill. Hence, this'll make the process potentially lengthier for adjustment of status etc.

It's superb knowing things have turned for the better for you and everyone else who shares their life changes as well. If that's you on the motorcycle, you look bad! (in the good sense of the word) Make the best of the opportunities, and have some safe fun out there

If this reform passes, and we're left with the option of joining the military I will be more than tempted to join even though my family won't support...

oh yeahhhhhh! Congratulations, the best is yet come.

Getting approved and finally be able to get a job legally, get a driver's license and be able to pay for your schooling, as well as be an asset to your household. No better feeling than that, to finally be able to change your life. That being said, I don't think there's reasons for one to feel pressured I say that not knowing your circumstances. After those two years are up, you can renew your permit. Still in the air, there's a great possibility that an immigration reform is going to get approved. Of course having been approved gives you the opportunity to get a job and save money, if you're like me who doesn't yet have a college degree, my goal is to eventually save enough money to pay for schooling. I don't share the same feeling of pressure that you do, I feel like one needs to have a plan to say the least, and certainly prioritize.

I'd say that this would be my exact same concern. I don't have a degree, I have not attended college. If this would be a requirement I might as well prepare myself to wait ten years...

So I'm thinking that applies to Dreamers who are not under DACA...

What would be your concern on this matter?

Si, yo personalmente te puedo decir que mi tarjeta de SS esta marcada con exactamente lo mismo. Todo aquel que reciba un tipo de permiso de trabajo su tarjeta usualmente esta marcada con esa fraze.

It seems promising for us Dreamers as well as people under the TPS program. Our time to be able to acquire a residency as well as citizenship seems we won't actually have to wait those ten years.

I'm just wondering that while we apply for this reform or RPI will it be similar to what advanced parole is like right now...? Meaning risky to travel abroad? I have so much questions that come to mind, speculating will do no good... Very eager to see what's up and coming.

Salir del pais, tu ya sabras no es posible siendo beneficiario de DACA. Yo por medio de un representante de viajes me contaron que puedes viajar a las Bahamas en crusero contal que te quedes en el crusero. Osea no tocar tierra. Esto no es nada confirmado, ni oficial.

They probably have, or probably not have hired enough people to handle the work load. Keep in mind that there's evidence they have to review, background checks to be done, these things should take time. Also for a reason they transfered your case, they're overwhelmed with work. This is opinion based, don't take it from me.