The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the extension and redesignation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months, from Sept. 18, 2024, through March 17, 2026, through publication of a notice in the Federal Register.
- The extension of TPS for Somalia allows current beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through March 17, 2026, if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requirements for TPS. Existing TPS beneficiaries who wish to extend their status through March 17, 2026, must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period.
- The redesignation of Somalia for TPS allows additional Somali nationals (and individuals having no nationality who last habitually resided in Somalia) to file initial applications to obtain TPS if they established residence in the United States on or before July 12, 2024, and have continued to reside in the United States since then (“continuous residence”).
The Federal Register notice explains the procedures necessary for an individual to re-register under the extension and renew their Employment Authorization Document (EAD) or submit an initial application under the redesignation and apply for an EAD.
Erickson Insights & Analysis
DHS will plan and coordinate outreach opportunities to provide information and answer questions from the public regarding the extension and redesignation of Somalia for TPS. For the most current information related to Temporary Protected Status, visit the TPS webpage. Erickson Immigration Group will continue to monitor developments and share updates as more news is available. Please contact your employer or EIG attorney if you have questions about anything we’re reporting above or case-specific questions.