Temporary Protected Status (TPS) provides crucial humanitarian relief, allowing eligible non-citizens from designated countries to live and work in the U.S. due...
TPS is a temporary immigration benefit granted to eligible foreign nationals from specific countries designated by the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security due to ongoing armed conflict, environmental disaster, or extraordinary conditions preventing safe return.
TPS beneficiaries receive protection from deportation, an Employment Authorization Document (work permit), and permission to travel abroad. It does not automatically lead to permanent residency or U.S. citizenship.
The Secretary of Homeland Security designates countries based on statutory conditions, typically for 6, 12, or 18-month periods. These designations are reviewed periodically and can be extended, re-designated, or terminated based on evolving country conditions.
Yes, holding TPS does not prevent an individual from applying for other immigration benefits for which they may be eligible, such as asylum, a family-based visa, or certain special immigrant statuses, while their TPS is valid.