DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
APPLICATION FOR A STAY OF DEPORTATION OR REMOVAL
1. Who may file this application?
The alien(s) ordered removed must submit this application
in person to the local Detention and Removal Operations
(DRO) office. Locate your nearest DRO office at
http://www.ice.gov/about/dro/contact.htm.
3. What additional documents or evidence are
required with this application?
Current and valid passport(s) (Expiration minimum of 6
months) for you and your family (copies not acceptable)
4. What evidence/documentation should be submitted
in support of this application?
Medical documentation from your doctor
Evidence to support your claim that you cannot depart
the United States as ordered by the Immigration Judge
Evidence to support your claim that you should not be
deported/removed from the United States
Evidence that you plan to comply with your order of
removal i.e. plane ticket, departure itinerary, etc.
Any additional documentation, evidence or brief in
support of your claim
5. What fees should be submitted with this application?
There is no refund regardless of the action taken. What are
the types of payment accepted?
U.S. cash
Cashier's Check
Money Order
Payments must be made out to, "Department of Homeland
Security" or "Immigration and Customs Enforcement".
6. What may be the basis for rejection of this application?
Incorrect fee - (erroneous fee amounts will not be
refunded.)
Multiple applicants on same application
Current physical address
7. What may be the basis of denial of this application?
Failure to submit copies of birth certificate(s)/identity
document(s)
Lack of medical evidence in support of your claim (if
applicable)
Lack of or insufficient evidence or documentation in
support of your claim
Failure to provide evidence of to comply with order of
deportation/removal
Pursuant to the discretion of the Field Office Director or
other designated official
8. What will happen when I submit this application?
Your information will be input into Department of
Homeland Security (DHS) databases.
You will have your photograph taken
9. What if this application is approved?
You may, at the discretion of the Field Office Director, be
granted employment authorization
You may be required to post a Delivery or Order of
Supervision bond (minimum bond amount is $1,500.00)
Other conditions as set forth by the Field Office Director
or other designated official
You will be required to immediately update your address
with DRO
A stay of deportation or removal is within the sole
discretion of Secretary of Homeland Security or his
designee, the Field Office Director.
10. What may be the basis that the Secretary or his/her
designee revoke this application after approval?
Execution of an order of deportation or removal
Conviction of any crime(s)
For any reason(s) pursuant to the discretion of the
Secretary or his/her designee
This application may be filed if you have been ordered
deported or removed from the United States and you wish
to obtain a stay of deportation or removal under the
provisions of 8 C.F.R. 241.6. (A separate application must
be filed for each person/family member seeking a stay of
removal.)
2. Where should the application be submitted?
Copy of birth certificate(s)/identity document(s)
Police reports, disposition of all arrests, court disposition,
etc.
A fee of $155.00 must be paid for filing this application.
Failure to submit in person
Failure to submit current/valid passport
Threat to self or others
Inaccurate or untruthful information
You will be fingerprinted (14 years or older)
Criminal background check
If this application is approved the following will occur:
You will be issued an Order of Supervision (OSUP) and
be required to comply with the conditions as set forth
within the OSUP.
Arrested by any law enforcement agency
A violation of an Order of Supervision
A violation of the terms of an Immigration Bond
Safety or security concerns
