The End of TPS: What It Means and What You Should Do

The End of TPS: What It Means and What You Should Do

By Luciane Tavares, Immigration Attorney
June 2025

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) has served as a lifeline for hundreds of thousands of immigrants in the United States who fled armed conflict, natural disasters, or humanitarian crises in their home countries. But as 2025 progresses, several TPS designations are now expiring or facing legal challenges. It is crucial for TPS holders to understand what these developments mean — and, more importantly, what steps they can take now to protect themselves and their families.

Which Countries Are Affected?
Some TPS designations are scheduled to end in the coming months:

  • Afghanistan: TPS is set to expire on July 14, 2025.
  • Haiti: Scheduled to terminate on August 3, 2025.
  • Venezuela: Status remains under legal dispute and may be rescinded at any time.
  • Sudan, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Nepal: Also at risk, depending on court decisions and administrative actions.

Each expiration could affect tens of thousands of individuals, leaving them without work authorization and at risk of removal unless they find an alternative immigration pathway.

What Happens When TPS Ends?
When a country’s TPS designation is terminated:

  • Work permits (EADs) tied to TPS are no longer valid.
  • Individuals lose protection from deportation.
  • You may be subject to removal unless you have another lawful status or are pursuing a different immigration benefit.

Steps You Can Take Now

  1. Do Not Wait – The most important action you can take is to start planning now, before TPS ends.
  2. Get a Legal Screening – Speak with an immigration attorney to determine if you may qualify for:
    • Family-based petitions (U.S. citizen or LPR spouse, parent, or child)
    • Employment-based immigration
    • Humanitarian relief (Asylum, U Visa, T Visa, VAWA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status)
    • Adjustment of Status under other provisions (such as certain parole programs or past visa petitions)
  3. Gather Documentation:
    • Proof of continuous presence in the U.S.
    • Tax returns and employment records
    • School or medical records for you and your children
    • Identity and immigration history documents
  4. Stay Informed – Sign up for alerts, follow trusted legal sources, and be cautious of rumors or scams promising quick fixes.

You Are Not Alone
The end of TPS can feel overwhelming, but thousands of immigrants in similar situations have successfully found other legal options with the right guidance and preparation. Our team is here to assist you with personalized advice, thorough case evaluations, and step-by-step legal support.

Schedule a Consultation Today
If you or someone you know currently holds TPS, do not wait for your status to expire. Schedule a consultation now to explore your options, build a strategy, and ensure you are protected before it’s too late.