The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti will not be extended and will officially expire on February 3, 2026, according to a forthcoming Federal Register notice. Haitian TPS beneficiaries will remain work-authorized until that date.
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem determined that conditions in Haiti no longer meet the statutory requirements for TPS and that continuing the designation would be contrary to US national interests. This decision follows a comprehensive review of country conditions and interagency consultations.
Background
- Haiti was first designated for TPS in 2010 following a devastating earthquake.
- The designation was most recently extended in June 2024 for an 18-month period, from August 4, 2024, through February 3, 2026.
- Earlier in 2025, DHS attempted to shorten the designation to end in August 2025, but that decision was vacated by a federal court in July, reinstating the February 2026 expiration date.
- DHS has now confirmed that TPS will end as scheduled, though additional legal challenges remain possible.
Impacts
- TPS-related work authorization for Haitian nationals remains valid until February 3, 2026.
- Employers should plan for workforce transitions and explore alternative immigration options for affected employees.
- Haitian nationals should review eligibility for other lawful immigration pathways before the expiration date.
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