DACA Renewal Attorney in Waco, Texas
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Renew on Time. Stay Protected.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals protects people who came to the United States as children from removal and provides a work permit, renewable every two years. Thousands of Central Texans have built careers, businesses and families on that protection.
DACA has been the subject of years of litigation, and the rules on initial requests, renewals and work authorization have shifted several times. What has stayed constant is that a late or incomplete renewal can leave you without protection and without the ability to work. Abogados Vasquez Law Firm calendars your deadline, prepares a complete renewal packet and keeps you informed about court decisions that may affect you.
What We Handle
How We Help With DACA
Timely Renewals
USCIS recommends filing 120 to 150 days before your current DACA expires. We track your date, gather the forms (I-821D, I-765 and I-765WS) and file with enough lead time to avoid a gap.
Late Renewals
If your DACA expired less than a year ago you can generally still file as a renewal. After a year the request is treated as an initial request, which under current litigation may be accepted but not processed. We explain what that means for you.
Initial Requests
The availability of initial DACA requests depends on ongoing federal court rulings. We follow those decisions closely and tell you honestly whether filing now makes sense.
Travel on Advance Parole
DACA recipients may request permission to travel for humanitarian, educational or employment reasons. Travel on advance parole can also matter for future green card eligibility, so it should be planned carefully with an attorney.
Arrests and Other Complications
Certain arrests or convictions can affect DACA eligibility. If something has happened since your last renewal, talk to us before you file so the request is handled correctly.
Beyond DACA
DACA is not a path to a green card by itself, but many recipients qualify for something more permanent through marriage, a U visa, VAWA or another route. We review every option at your consultation.
Our Process
What to Expect
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Consultation
We review your immigration history, ask the questions that matter and tell you honestly which options may be available to you.
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Case Preparation
We assemble your application, supporting evidence and translations, and prepare you for biometrics and interviews.
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Filing and Follow-Through
We file with USCIS or the immigration court, track deadlines, respond to requests for evidence and keep you informed at every step.
What to Expect
After filing, USCIS issues a receipt, may schedule biometrics and then approves the renewal along with a new employment authorization card. Renewals filed within the recommended window are usually decided before the current period ends. Because the program's status can change quickly, we send updates whenever a court decision or policy change affects DACA recipients.
Your Waco Immigration Attorney
Work With an Attorney Devoted to Immigration Law
Esmeralda Sosa SerratosImmigration Attorney
Esmeralda Sosa Serratos is a Texas-licensed immigration attorney with over a decade of experience dedicated to representing immigrants and their families, with a particular focus on removal defense, immigration litigation, and complex immigration matters.
Where We Serve
Serving Waco and Central Texas
Our office is on Lake Air Drive in Waco, a short drive from downtown, Baylor University and the McLennan County Courthouse. We serve clients across Waco, Bellmead, Woodway, Hewitt, Robinson, Lorena, McGregor, West and the surrounding communities of McLennan County, as well as Temple, Killeen, Hillsboro and the rest of Central Texas. Consultations are available in person, by phone or by video, in English or Spanish.
Waco Office
Talk to an Attorney Today
Call our Waco office and speak with our bilingual team in English or Spanish.
Se Habla Español
- Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Office: 1215 Lake Air Dr, Waco, TX 76710
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FAQ
DACA FAQs
When should I file my DACA renewal?
Between 150 and 120 days before your current expiration date. Filing earlier than 150 days may be rejected; filing later risks a gap in protection and work authorization.
Can I still renew if my DACA expired?
If it expired less than one year ago, yes, as a renewal. If more than one year has passed, USCIS treats the filing as an initial request, which is subject to the current court orders.
Can new applicants get DACA?
That depends on ongoing federal litigation, which has changed the answer more than once. Contact us for the current status before you pay any fees.
Does DACA lead to a green card?
Not by itself. However, many DACA recipients become eligible for permanent residency through a U.S. citizen spouse, a U visa, VAWA or another route. We review these options with every DACA client.
Can I travel outside the United States with DACA?
Only with advance parole approved in advance for humanitarian, educational or employment purposes. Leaving without it ends your DACA. Talk to us before making any travel plans.
Contact Us
Start With a Consultation
Whether you were hurt in an accident, need help with an immigration matter or are facing a criminal charge, the first step is a conversation. Tell us what happened, and we will explain your options in plain language, in English or Spanish.
Call (254) 900-7947 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and talk with our bilingual team. Se habla español.
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- Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Office: 1215 Lake Air Dr, Waco, TX 76710
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