Overview of the Executive Order

President Biden’s recent executive order aims to provide significant benefits to immigrants, particularly those under the DACA program and individuals married to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. This order includes provisions for work permits and pathways to legal status for eligible individuals.

Who Will Benefit

• Individuals under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program
• Spouses of U.S. citizens
• Spouses of lawful permanent residents
• Dependents of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for benefiting from this executive order varies depending on the specific provision:

• DACA Recipients: Must meet the criteria for DACA, including arrival in the U.S. as a child and meeting educational or military service requirements.
• Spouses of U.S. Citizens: Must be legally married to a U.S. citizen and meet certain residency and background check requirements.
• Spouses of Lawful Permanent Residents: Must be legally married to a lawful permanent resident and meet similar criteria to those married to U.S. citizens.
• Dependents: Must be a child or dependent of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and meet specific age and residency criteria.

Get a Consultation

Contact the Law Office of Brian D. Lerner today to schedule a consultation. We will help you determine if you qualify for the benefits under Biden’s executive order and guide you through the application process.