What does TPS mean in immigration terms?

Fact Sheet: Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is granted by the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (Secretary) to eligible foreign-born individuals who are unable to return home safely due to conditions or circumstances preventing their country from adequately handling the return.

Who is eligible for temporary protected status TPS?

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is granted by the Secretary of U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Secretary) to eligible foreign born individuals, who are unable to return home safely due to conditions or circumstances preventing their country from adequately handling the return. When can the Secretary designate a country for TPS?

Can a nonimmigrant apply for temporary protected status?

A person with a valid nonimmigrant status may apply for and be granted temporary protected status (TPS). One of the principal benefits of TPS is that a person on TPS may apply for and be granted an employment authorization document (EAD), which allows for employment in the United States.

Does receivereceiving TPS affect employment for nonimmigrants?

Receiving TPS or a TPS-related EAD does not alter any rules limiting employment for certain nonimmigrants, such as F-1 students or B-2 visitors.

What is the difference between TPS and Deferred Enforced Departure?

TPS allows people to work legally and be protected from deportation. Deferred Enforced Departure, or DED, like TPS, allows foreign nationals to be protected from deportation and have the opportunity to work. DED is granted through the President’s foreign relations power.

How to check if your TPS or DED has been extended?

“A-12” or “C-19” indicate TPS and “A-11” indicates DED. Use the links below to check the USCIS website for information about which TPS or DED country’s EADs have been automatically extended. Accept the EAD if it has been automatically extended and the extension is still in effect. Completing Section 1 Completing Section 1

What qualifies a country for TPS?

The Secretary can designate a country for TPS due to: An environmental disaster (such as earthquake or hurricane), or an epidemic, or Other extraordinary and temporary conditions. Who is eligible for TPS?

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What is temporary protected status (TPS)?

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a temporary immigration status provided to nationals of certain countries experiencing problems that make it difficult or unsafe for their nationals to be deported to those countries.

How many people have TPS in the US?

The U.S. currently provides TPS to over 400,000 foreign nationals from the following countries, not including individuals from Venezuela and Burma as they were just recently designated: Where do TPS holders live?