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?
Yes, people from Somalia with TPS still have this protection due to a court case.
Separately, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the government can move forward with ending TPS for Haiti and Syria. This ruling will likely affect the court case for TPS Somalia.
Can I still work with a TPS Somalia EAD?
USCIS currently lists July 10, 2026, for TPS Somalia work permit extensions. This could change based on court orders or new government guidance. Legal groups say work authorization should not end before TPS ends.
Learn how to find free or low-cost help from trusted immigration lawyers and legal representatives.
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.
- 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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