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Temporary Protected Status
Last updated 1/22/2025
What is Temporary Protected Status (TPS)?
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) allows individuals from certain countries to remain in the United States if it is unsafe for them to return to their home country due to a humanitarian emergency there. For example, the federal government may designate a country for TPS if there is an armed conflict (e.g., civil war) or a natural disaster (e.g., earthquake). TPS enables recipients to work in the United States lawfully and protects them from deportation as long as the TPS designation is in effect.
In order to receive TPS, applicants must prove that they have lived continuously in the United States since a date specified by the federal government. Countries' TPS designations come up for renewal at 6 to 18-month intervals, at which point the federal government again makes a determination about whether a given country can absorb its returning nationals safely.
Recipients must re-register for TPS if a TPS designation is extended, or in some cases ended. Visit the USCIS website for additional information about TPS.
Free Legal Help is Available
If you have questions about whether you or a loved one might be eligible for TPS, free legal help is available. MOIA's Legal Support Centers can provide free, safe immigration legal help in your community and in your language. You can call MOIA's Immigration Legal Support Hotline at 800-354-0365 between 9am-6pm, on Monday through Friday, to make an appointment.
New York City Has Your Back, Regardless of Your Immigration Status
Regardless of your immigration status, New York City is here to help. If you have questions about how to access City services, call MOIA's Immigration Legal Support Hotline at 212-788-7654 from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, or email us at askmoia@cityhall.nyc.gov.
To learn more about the available resources for immigrant New Yorkers visit nyc.gov/immigrantresources.
Countries Currently Designated for TPS
Afghanistan TPS for Afghanistan has been redesignated starting on September 25, 2023.First-time applicants can register between 09/25/2023-05/20/2025. For those who already have TPS, reregistration end 11/24/2023. It should be noted that Afghan nationals paroled into the United States: You are eligible to apply for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), as well as any other immigration status for which you may be eligible. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through November 20, 2025. 
Cameroon TPS for Cameroon has been redesignated starting October 10, 2023. First time applicants can register between 10/10/2023-06/07/2025. For those who already have TPS, reregistration ends 12/11/2023. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through December 7, 2024. -
El Salvador
On 1/10/2025, the federal government, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of El Salvador. Existing TPS recipients will be able to apply to extend their TPS and work permits through September 9, 2026. Download our flyer on this announcement:
Ethiopia TPS for Ethiopia has been redesignated starting April 15, 2024. First-time applicants can register between 04/15/2024-12/12/2025. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 04/15/2024- 06/14/2024. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through June 12, 2025. View our announcements in English, Amharic, Oromo, Somali, and Tigrinya for more information.
Haiti TPS for Haiti has been redesignated starting July 1, 2024. First-time applicants can register between 07/1/2024-02/03/2026. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 07/1/2024- 08/30/2024. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through August 3, 2025. 
Honduras TPS for Honduras has been redesignated starting November 6, 2023. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 11/06/2023- 04/05/2025. This extension remains under effect following the federal court order in December 2023. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through March 9, 2025.
Myanmar (Burma) TPS for Myanmar (Burma) has been extended and redesignated starting March 25, 2024. First time applicants can register between 03/25/2024-11/25/2025. For those who already have TPS, reregistration is 03/25/2024-05/24/2024. This notice also provides automatic extension of certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of existing beneficiaries of Burma (Myanmar) TPS, through May 25, 2025.
Nepal TPS for Nepal has been redesignated starting October 24, 2023. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 10/24/2024-06/24/2025. This extension remains under effect following the federal court order in December 2023. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through March 9, 2025.
Nicaragua TPS for Nicaragua has been redesignated starting November 6, 2023. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 11/6/2024-07/5/2025. This extension remains under effect following the federal court order in December 2023. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through March 9, 2025.
Somalia TPS for Somalia has been redesignated starting July 19, 2024. First-time applicants can register between 07/19/2024-03/17/2026. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 07/22/2024- 09/20/2024. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through March 17, 2024.
Sudan On 1/10/2025, the federal government, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Sudan. Existing TPS recipients will be able to apply to extend their TPS and work permits through October 19, 2026. Download our flyer on this announcement:
South Sudan TPS for South Sudan has been redesignated starting September 6, 2023. First-time applicants can register between 09/06/2023-05/03/2025. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 09/06/2023-11/06/2023. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through November 3, 2024.
Syria TPS for Syria has been redesignated starting January 29, 2024. First-time applicants can register between 01/29/2024-09/30/2025. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 01/29/2024-03/29/2024. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through March 31, 2025.
Ukraine TPS for Ukraine has been redesignated starting August 21, 2023. First-time applicants can register between 08/21/2023-04/19/2025.
On 1/10/2025, the federal government, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Ukraine. Existing TPS recipients will be able to apply to extend their TPS and work permits through October 19, 2026. Download our flyer on this announcement:- Flyer for TPS Extension for Sudan, Ukraine, El Salvador, & Venezuela - English
- Flyer for TPS Extension for Sudan, Ukraine, El Salvador, & Venezuela - Ukrainian
For additional resources for Ukrainian New Yorkers visit www.nyc.gov/ukraineresources
Venezuela TPS for Venezuela has been redesignated starting January 10, 2024. Individuals who currently have TPS or have a pending TPS initial application that has not yet been adjudicated by USCIS can register between 01/10/2024-03/10/2024. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through March 10, 2025.
2023 TPS for Venezuela has been designated starting October 3 2023. Individuals who have not yet filed for TPS and would like to file an initial application registration period is 10/03/2023- 04/02/2025.
On 1/10/2025, the federal government, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Venezuela. Existing TPS recipients will be able to apply to extend their TPS and work permits through October 2, 2026. Download our flyer on this announcement:
Yemen TPS for Yemen has been redesignated starting July 10, 2024. First-time applicants can register between 07/10/2024- 03/03/2026. We anticipate the notice will be published by July 10, 2024. For those who already have TPS, the reregistration period is 07/10/2024- 09/09/2024. This notice also provides automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of beneficiaries of TPS, through September 3, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the Temporary Protected Status program ending?
TPS is a form of immigration relief created by federal law. The law allows the federal government to "designate" certain countries for TPS based upon country conditions. However, each country has a different expiration date for TPS. The federal government is required to announce a determination at least 60 days before the expiration date of TPS for a given country.
By law, decisions on TPS designations must be made on a country-by-country basis. It is important for you to track when your TPS is set to expire. If you currently have TPS, you will have lawful status and work authorization until the date on which your TPS expires.
Where can I find out more about changes to TPS?
You should continue to check the USCIS website for additional information about TPS and any changes to TPS.
I'm worried that the federal government might not extend my TPS. What should I do?
Now is the time to look into what your legal options might be. You may be eligible for other forms of immigration relief. It is very important for you to get a legal consultation with a trusted legal services provider. Free legal help is available.
- ActionNYC can provide free, safe immigration legal help in your community and in your language. You can call ActionNYC at 800-354-0365 between 9am-6pm, on Monday through Friday, to make an appointment.
- Visit the USCIS website for the most specific information about when your TPS is currently set to expire and what you may need to do to renew it.
How can I avoid fraud while I am seeking immigration legal help?
Beware of unlicensed immigration service providers who take advantage of their customers.
Get help only from a trusted, licensed attorney or an accredited representative. Only lawyers or those who have gotten permission from the Department of Justice can give legal advice.
For questions about this, or to report fraud, call the New York State New Americans Hotline at 1-800-566-7636 between 9am-8pm, on Monday through Friday, or call 311.
Please visit our Avoid Fraud page for more information.
If I lose TPS, will I still have access to City services?
Yes. Many services provided by the City are available to all New Yorkers no matter their immigration status. For more information visit: www.nyc.gov/immigrantresources