As the name suggests, "Temporary Protected Status" is a time-delimited form of legal status in the United States, offered to already-present nationals of certain countries during times when returning to those countries would be unsafe for anyone. Learn more here.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS): Who Is Eligible?
Some foreign nationals may be able to remain in the U.S. during emergency situations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
If you've got questions about TPS, you'll find many answers here.
If you are eligible for both asylum and TPS, you may want to apply for both.
After TPS Expires, What Are My Immigration Options?
Persons whose Temporary Protected Status has ended have several options for remaining in the United States if they are eligible for them, including asylum, change of status, adjustment of status, naturalization, and cancellation of removal.
Traveling Outside the U.S. With Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
You must apply for Advance Parole first, and assess the risks or benefits of departure.
Filling Out Form I-821 for TPS
Line-by-line instructions on how to fill out Form I-821, Application for TPS.
Filling Out Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization
TPS applicants must obtain an employment authorization document in order to work in the United States.