Resources & Information for Dreamers and Undocumented Students

📞 Call 805-870-8855 to report ICE/CBP activity, share information, or ask questions.

Coverage: Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties 

​The 805 Immigrant Rapid Response Network is a community-driven initiative committed to protecting and supporting undocumented individuals and families in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties. The network mobilizes trained volunteers to respond to reports of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) activity, providing legal observation, know-your-rights education, and immediate assistance to those impacted. Through rapid response and community solidarity, the network works to uphold the rights and dignity of all immigrants in the region.

To report, call our 805 Immigrant Rapid Response Hotline or text "ALERT" to (805) 870-8855 to receive real-time updates and critical information. Additionally, you can access the following information and resources by calling the hotline:

• Referrals to trusted network of nonprofit, private and public Attorneys.
• Direct over the phone assistance to register and receive text alerts.
• Over the phone Know Your Rights information.

IMPORTA is a non-profit organization with accredited representatives offering immigration legal support and resources throughout Santa Barbara County (North and South County).

Contact:

Maria Frias 
Email: mariafrias@importasb.org 

The 805 Immigrant Coalition is a county-wide immigrant rights coalition that provides advocacy and educational resources to empower immigrant communities and inform them of their rights.

A faith-based organization supporting the immigrant community with services such as driver's license study courses, U.S. citizenship test preparation, and more.

This non-profit provides pro bono legal services to immigrants facing deportation in the Central Coast region. Services include help with USCIS filings, representation in immigration court, and appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).

Immigration office that provides support with family-based immigration law, removal defense, DACA renewals, special Immigration juvenile status, lawful permanent residence and green card application + so much more.

The Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County is a nonprofit civil law firm dedicated to ensuring equal access to justice for low-income and vulnerable residents. Whether you are navigating the threat of eviction, addressing housing discrimination, seeking protection from elder abuse, or pursuing immigration relief through U visas, T visas, VAWA, or SIJS.

Santa Maria: 201 South Miller Street, Suite 209 Santa Maria, CA 93454

Santa Barbara: 301 E. Canon Perdido Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Is your family member being held in the Santa Barbara County Jail? Do they need a free attorney to defend them in their criminal case? Support is available!

Santa Barbara: 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone (SB): (805) 568-3470

Santa Maria: 312-P East Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone (SM): (805) 346-7500

Lompoc: 115 Civic Center Plaza, Lompoc, CA 93436
Phone (Lompoc): (805) 737-7770

Criminal cases only. Immigration cases are not accepted.

Sauld Carbajal's office can help in finding out if you have a deportation order, locate a family member undergoing deportation proceedings, or address any investigative matter with an immigration agency.

Santa Maria: 1101 South Broadway Street, Suite A Santa Maria, CA 93454

Santa Barbara: 360 S. Hope Ave Suite C 301 Santa Barbara, CA 93105

(805) 730-1710

The 805 Immigrant Coalition is a county-wide immigrant rights coalition that provides advocacy and educational resources to empower immigrant communities and inform them of their rights.

805 UndocuFund is a 501(c)(3) corporation governed by a volunteer board of directors that mobilizes resources when disaster hits, providing short-term financial relief to undocumented residents, and advocates for long-term systems change to ensure immigrants are effectively included in disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.

Contact: Primi Hernandez, Executive Director
Email: phernandez@805undocufund.org
Services: Immigration legal services
Contact: Darlene Villanueva
Email: dvillanueva@805undocufund.org
Services: Immigration legal services

At Casa de la Raza, we are dedicated to supporting migrant families. As a grassroots nonprofit organization, we provide critical resources such as housing assistance, legal aid, food security, and educational support to families in need.

Their mission is to uplift and empower those navigating the challenges of migration and offer them a safe space and path toward stability.​

Phone: (805) 699-5450

The Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County is a nonprofit civil law firm dedicated to ensuring equal access to justice for low-income and vulnerable residents. Whether you are navigating the threat of eviction, addressing housing discrimination, seeking protection from elder abuse, or pursuing immigration relief through U visas, T visas, VAWA, or SIJS.

Santa Maria: 201 South Miller Street, Suite 209 Santa Maria, CA 93454

Santa Barbara: 301 E. Canon Perdido Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

3151 West Fifth Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 
Phone: (805) 984-8738
Services: Mexican IDs (Matrículas), Passports, Birth Certificates, and more 

Teléfono Emergencias (Protección): (805) 627-3520

Is your family member being held in the Santa Barbara County Jail? Do they need a free attorney to defend them in their criminal case? Support is available!

Santa Barbara: 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 
Phone (SB): (805) 568-3470 

Santa Maria: 312-P East Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454 
Phone (SM): (805) 346-7500

Lompoc: 115 Civic Center Plaza, Lompoc, CA 93436 
Phone (Lompoc): (805) 737-7770

Criminal cases only. Immigration cases are not accepted.

List of state-wide organizations that offer DACA Renewal Services

National Immigration Law Center

Immigration Legal Intake Service

Immigration Legal Resource Center

American Civil Liberties Union