Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for El Salvador

What is TPS?

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) allows people from certain countries to stay and work in the U.S. if it is not safe for them to return home due to war, disasters, or other emergencies.

Is TPS for El Salvador still valid?

Yes.

USCIS lists September 9, 2026, as the termination date. This means TPS benefits will no longer be valid after that date.

Can I still work with a TPS El Salvador EAD?

Yes.

If you have a current TPS-based work permit, it should be valid through September 9, 2026.

You may still be able to work after that if you have a valid work permit through another immigration status or application.

Check USCIS news alerts for the latest updates.

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What happens when TPS expires?

If you do not have another legal immigration status besides TPS, you will become undocumented and lose your work authorization. If you stay without legal status, you will risk being detained, put in removal proceedings, and deported.

How to prepare

• Alianza Americas offers resources to Salvadoran TPS holders in the U.S.
• Talk to an immigration lawyer. It is important to seek legal help and learn about your options for staying in the U.S.
• Be careful of immigration scams, including notarios, fake websites, social media messages, and promises to quickly fix your status.
• Be prepared for ICE. Know your rights and how to create a safety plan.
• Understand immigration proceedings. Find steps to prepare for court.
• Know your rights in immigration detention. Learn what to expect and where to get help.
• Stay informed. Learn more about immigration changes under the Trump administration.

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