Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalia

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 Somalia still valid?

Não.

USCIS announced its termination on August 14, 2026, after a federal judge ruled that the government can move forward with ending TPS for Somalia.

Can I still work with a TPS Somalia EAD?

Não.

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

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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

• Somali Bantu Association of America offers legal help to Somalis 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.
• Understand immigration proceedings. Find steps to prepare for court.
• Know your rights in immigration detention. Learn what to expect and where to get help.
• Be prepared for ICE. Know your rights and how to create a safety plan.
• Stay informed. Learn more about immigration changes under the Trump administration.

Get information about your rights with ICE in Somali.

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