Temporary Protected Status:
TPS and DED updates and resources
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) offer protection to people in the USA who cannot safely go back to their home country. This can be because of conflict or natural disasters. TPS and DED are temporary forms of immigration status. They do not give you any permanent immigration status. Learn about your options with information for each country.
TPS Afghanistan
TPS Afghanistan
If you do not have TPS Afghanistan, you can apply now through May 20, 2025. If you are granted temporary protected status, it will be valid through May 20, 2025. Learn if you are eligible and how to apply. Also, find information for those who already have TPS.
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TPS Burma (Myanmar)
If you do not have TPS Burma (Myanmar), you can apply now through November 25, 2025. If you are granted temporary protected status, it will be valid through November 25, 2025. Learn if you are eligible and how to apply. Also, find information for those who already have TPS.
Learn moreTPS Ethiopia
TPS Ethiopia
If you do not have TPS Ethiopia, you can apply now through December 12, 2025. If you are granted temporary protected status, it will be valid through December 12, 2025. Learn if you are eligible and how to apply. Also, find information for those who already have TPS.
Learn moreDED Hong Kong
DED Hong Kong
DED Hong Kong has been extended for 24 months. It is now effective through February 5, 2025, and will likely be extended to February 5, 2027. We will share more details after the federal register is published. You do not need to apply for DED Hong Kong to receive its benefits.
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TPS South Sudan
If you do not have TPS South Sudan, you can apply now through May 3, 2025. If you are granted temporary protected status, it will be valid through May 3, 2025. Learn if you are eligible and how to apply. Also, find information for those who already have TPS.
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TPS Venezuela
If you do not have TPS Venezuela, you can apply now through April 2, 2025. If you already have TPS Venezuela from a previous designation, you must re-register before September 10, 2025 to extend your status. Learn about the process and get work permit information.
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