TPS for Haiti has been terminated effective September 2, 2024.
On June 27, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti, effective September 2, 2025. The decision was published in the July 1, 2025 edition of the Federal Register (available here). While the notice stipulates that the termination will take effect 60 days from the date of publication, the effective date will be September 2, 2025, which falls on the first business day following Labor Day weekend.
What is TPS?
TPS is designated for a country when conditions are so terrible that it would be inhumane to make citizens return to that country.
Why was TPS designated for Haiti?
Since 2021, the United Nations has detailed the crisis in Haiti, including gang violence, mass displacement of people, rape, kidnappings and murder.
What will happen during the next two months?
During the wind down period, DHS will automatically extend EADs previously issued under Haiti’s TPS designation through September 2, 2025. Covered EADs include those that have the notation A-12 or C-19 under Category with a “Card Expires” date of February 3, 2026, August 3, 2025, August 3, 2024, June 30, 2024, February 3, 2023, December 31, 2022, October 4, 2021, January 4, 2021, January 2, 2020, July 22, 2019, January 22, 2018, and July 22, 2017.
What should Employers know?
Employers are being given sixty days to prepare for the reverification and possible departure of these individuals. As such, they should take care to (a) reverify those whose Employment Authorization Documents have been auto-extended to the new expiration date of September 2, 2025; and (b) work with their operations partners to determine any workforce continuity gaps that could result from these individuals losing work authorization. Employers may also want to discuss with employees whether they may have employment authorization beyond September 2, 2025.
What should Employees with TPS/EADs know?
According to the Federal Register Notice, DHS estimates there are approximately 348,187 nationals of Haiti (and aliens having no nationality who last habitually resided in Haiti) who hold TPS under Haiti’s designation. Although approximately 15,578 of these have adjusted to lawful permanent resident status, it is nevertheless expected that many Haiti TPS beneficiaries will experience a gap in work authorization due to this decision or may not have viable options to work and/or remain in the United States. TPS beneficiaries are encouraged to consult with immigration counsel and determine any possible immigration pathways.
We’re Here to Help!
The termination of TPS for Haiti is a significant development with far-reaching consequences. At AVA Global, we are dedicated to guiding Haitian nationals through this uncertain time. Our experienced attorneys are ready to help you explore your legal options, prepare necessary applications, and ensure you stay protected.
Do not wait until your status is about to expire. Contact us today for a confidential consultation and personalized legal advice. You may register for a consultation by calling 970-680-1223/+41 (0)78 248 26 28 or scheduling online. Our U.S. immigration attorneys are licensed to practice immigration law in all 50 states and at consulates and embassies all over the world.
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Current as of July 1, 2025
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