Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti has been designated multiple times due to ongoing crises, including natural disasters and political instability. Here are the key points specific to the current designation of TPS for Haiti:

Eligibility

  • Nationality: Individuals must be Haitian nationals or people without nationality who last resided in Haiti.
  • Continuous Residence: Applicants must have been continuously residing in the U.S. since June 3, 2024.
  • Continuous Physical Presence: Applicants must be continuously physically present in the U.S. since August 4, 2024.
  • Criminal History: Cannot be convicted of a felony or two or more misdemeanors.

Current Status

  • Haiti was redesignated for TPS on August 4, 2024. Individuals who have not yet filed for TPS have until February 3, 2026 to file.
  • Individuals who previously had TPS, were required to renew before August 30, 2024.

Benefits of TPS

  • Protection from deportation from the United States while maintaining TPS Status.
  • TPS holders are eligible to apply for work permits.
  • TPS holders are also eligible to apply for travel documents, which may lead to a lawful entry that can be used for future immigration benefits.

If you believe you are eligible for TPS, please reach out to us in Indiana at (317) 983-3437 and in Kentucky at (502) 493-6009. We would be happy to walk you through the process!