I821 - Temporary Protective Status Petit

Service Description

The Form I-821, Application for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), is used by eligible individuals to apply for TPS if they are nationals of designated countries or stateless individuals who last habitually resided in a designated country. This status provides temporary protection from removal and authorization to work in the United States due to unsafe conditions in their home countries. Key Features of the Form I-821: Purpose: Allows initial applications for TPS and re-registration for those already granted TPS. It also supports applications for Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) when filed with Form I-765. Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate continuous residence in the U.S. since a date specified in the designation and meet all TPS criteria, including lack of certain criminal convictions. Designated Countries: New or extended designations are regularly updated by the Department of Homeland Security. As of recent updates, TPS designations include Somalia (valid through March 2026), Ethiopia (valid through December 2025), and others depending on ongoing humanitarian crises. To ensure eligibility and understand timelines, applicants should refer to the Federal Register notices specific to their country. These notices provide critical details on registration periods, deadlines, and documentation requirements