Biden Introduces Deportation Protections for Undocumented Spouses and DACA Work Visa Reforms

New policies aim to secure legal status for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens and expedite work permits for DACA recipients.

Approximately 500,000 undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens and 50,000 children are expected to benefit.
Applicants must have lived in the U.S. for at least 10 years and be married to a U.S. citizen by June 17, 2024.
The new DACA policy facilitates quicker work visa approval for graduates with job offers in the U.S.
Critics argue the measures could lead to increased illegal immigration and marriage fraud.
Details on the application process will be published in the Federal Register by the end of summer.