Changes to TPS Haiti
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.
A court ruled on July 15, 2025 that TPS Haiti cannot end earlier than February 3, 2026. This policy is in effect, but it could change.
- The TPS designation period remains 18 months due to a court order. Your benefits should remain valid through February 3, 2026.
- If you already have TPS for Haiti under a previous designation, you must have re-registered by August 30, 2024 to continue your benefits through February 3, 2026.
Work permit
Work permits are available to people with TPS and are known as an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). It shows employers that you are allowed to work in the USA.
You can apply for work authorization by filing Form I-765 and paying the fee. It is recommended to apply at the same time you apply for TPS. Filing both forms together may help you get EAD faster. You can also apply after.
If you apply for a new EAD during the current registration period, your work permit will be valid through February 3, 2026.
If you have TPS under a previous designation, USCIS has automatically extended the expiration date of EADs for TPS Haiti holders to February 3, 2026, for those whose EADs expired on the following dates:
- Sep. 2, 2025
- Aug. 3, 2025
- Aug. 3, 2024
- June 30, 2024
- Feb. 3, 2023
- Dec. 31, 2022
- Oct. 4, 2021
- Jan. 4, 2021
- Jan. 2, 2020
- July 22, 2019
- Jan. 22, 2018
- July 22, 2017
Travel permit
Travel permits are available to people with TPS. It is known as advanced parole. It shows immigration officials that you are allowed to travel abroad and back to the USA.
You can apply for a travel permit by filing Form I-131. Follow the Federal Register notice instructions when applying for a travel permit.
Before traveling outside the USA, talk to a lawyer. Immigration rules may change and it is important to know if it is safe to travel.
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 and deported.
How to prepare
- Haitian Bridge Alliance offers help to Haitian immigrants 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.
- Apply for another immigration status if you qualify. Review if you are eligible for asylum, lawful permanent status (Green Card), or other U.S. visas.
- Be prepared for ICE. Know what to do if you are undocumented and agents come to your home or work. Know your rights and how to create a safety plan.
- Guma ufite amakuru. Learn more about immigration changes under the new administration.
Learn how to find free or low-cost help from trusted immigration lawyers and legal representatives.
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