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- “My DACA is about to expire…”
- “I don’t have money for a
lawyer…”
- “Can I do this myself?”
Here’s the truth:
馃憠 Yes — you can renew your DACA on
your own.
And thousands of people do it every year without paying expensive legal
fees.
This guide breaks it down in simple terms so you can understand how to
complete your DACA renewal correctly and avoid delays.
馃搫 WHAT DACA RENEWAL INCLUDES
To renew DACA, you must submit:
✔ Form I-821D (Consideration of Deferred Action)
✔ Form I-765 (Work Authorization)
✔ Form I-765WS (Worksheet)
⏳ WHEN SHOULD YOU RENEW?
馃憠 USCIS recommends renewing:
✔ 120–150 days before your DACA expires
⚠️ If you wait too long, you could:
- Lose your work permit
- Experience gaps in protection
馃搨 STEP 1: COMPLETE THE REQUIRED FORMS
You can download forms here:
Fill out:
✔ I-821D
✔ I-765
✔ I-765WS
Make sure:
✔ All answers are complete
✔ Information matches your previous filings
✔ No blanks unless instructed
馃搸 STEP 2: GATHER DOCUMENTS
For most renewals, you’ll need:
✔ Copy of your current or expired work permit
✔ Copy of previous DACA approval (if available)
✔ Passport-style photos (if required)
馃挸 STEP 3: PAY THE FILING FEE
DACA renewals require a filing fee.
✔ Pay by check, money order, or approved method
✔ Verify current fee on USCIS website
⚠️ Incorrect payment = rejection
馃摠 STEP 4: MAIL YOUR APPLICATION
Send your complete packet to the correct USCIS address.
✔ Double-check mailing address
✔ Keep copies of everything
✔ Use tracking if possible
馃摤 STEP 5: BIOMETRICS (IF REQUIRED)
USCIS may schedule:
馃憠 Fingerprints appointment
✔ Attend your appointment
✔ Bring proper ID
⏳ STEP 6: WAIT FOR DECISION
Processing times vary.
You can check your case status here:
馃憠 https://egov.uscis.gov/
馃挕 COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID
❌ Missing signatures
❌ Wrong filing fee
❌ Sending incomplete forms
❌ Using outdated forms
These mistakes can delay or reject your renewal.
馃挵 DO YOU NEED A LAWYER?
Not always.
If your case is:
✔ A standard renewal
✔ No criminal issues
✔ No major changes
馃憠 You can usually do it yourself.
馃摝 WANT A STEP-BY-STEP SYSTEM?
If you want everything clearly organized — including instructions,
examples, and guidance — you can get the full kit here:
馃憠 DACA Renewal DIY Kit
馃憠 DIGITAL VERSION ($79): https://payhip.com/b/8q0nA
馃憠 PRINTED VERSION ($99): https://payhip.com/b/RIdFU
✔ Step-by-step instructions
✔ Simple and easy to follow
✔ Designed for self-represented individuals
馃殌 SAVE MONEY — DO IT RIGHT
Don’t risk delays or mistakes.
馃憠 Get the full step-by-step system
here:
馃憠 DIGITAL VERSION ($79): https://payhip.com/b/8q0nA
馃憠 PRINTED VERSION ($99): https://payhip.com/b/RIdFU
馃敟 FINAL WORD
You don’t need to pay hundreds or thousands of dollars to renew your
DACA.
馃憠 You just need the right steps — and
to follow them correctly.
馃懁 ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Christian Soto, Arizona Certified Legal Document Preparer (AZCLDP #81428)
Servicios Privados Legales de AZ LLC (#81647)
With over 10 years of experience and having assisted thousands of Arizona
clients, this guide is designed to simplify the process for individuals who
want to handle their case without hiring a lawyer.
This is not a law firm.
This is a step-by-step educational system designed to help you
understand and complete the process on your own.
⚠️ This content is provided for educational and
self-help purposes only. No legal advice is given, and no attorney-client
relationship is created.
