During his campaign, President-elect Donald Trump called Mexican immigrants “criminals” and vowed to build a border wall, rescind the Obama Administration’s DACA and DAPA initiatives, and “mass deport” millions of undocumented immigrants. Below are answers to common questions about what a Trump presidency might mean for immigrants.

I am undocumented/ have documented family members. Will be immediately deported?

No. We do not know at this time what approach the Trump Administration will take toward undocumented families. Individuals without status who are present in the U.S have certain legal and constitutional rights. The process can take years in some cases, and you can remain in the U.S. until a final decision is made.

How can I find out if I have other options to avoid deportation?

Seek assistance from a reputable immigration lawyer. Avoid notario scams. Visit immigrationlawhelp.org for more information about non-profit legal service organizations by state.

I have a pending immigration petition. What will happen with my application?

For non-DACA applications pending with USCIS, there is n o reason to believe that those applications will stop being normally processed according to current laws.

I’ve been placed in removal proceedings. What can I do?

Talk to an immigration lawyer immediately to plan your next steps. You have the right to a hearing before any decision is made about whether you have to depart the country.

Can my citizenship be taken away if my parents are undocumented?

No. The U.S. Constitution grants citizenship to all people born in the U.S. regardless of their parent’s immigration status.