Temporary Protected Status – Haiti

• Loss of protection from deportation/ ability to lawfully remain in the U.S.: These terminations are a loss for more than 350,000 Haitian community members. The termination of TPS means you have lost your ability to live and work legally in the U.S. and protection from deportation.
• Lack of work authorization: You have also lost work authorization, unless you are authorized to work pursuant to other immigration relief, such as a pending application for asylum.
• Vulnerable to arrest and deportation: You are also vulnerable to return to unsafe conditions in your home country, unless you have another lawful means to remain in the U.S., such as a pending asylum application.
  • Generally, if an individual had applied for other forms of immigration relief, like asylum, they may be able to remain in the U.S.
  • Please consult with a trusted immigration attorney for more information.
• Please note that while you may be ordered to report to ICE for a “check-in” appointment or arrested, deportation is not automatic. You are entitled to present applications for asylum if you have not already done so, cancellation of removal, and other claims against deportation. If you are detained, you should also be entitled to a bond hearing and can challenge your detention.

• If your employer asks and you have work authorization pursuant to another form of immigration relief, such as a pending asylum claim, you can show them your work permit pursuant to other immigration relief.
• If you are represented by a union, contact your Union Representative immediately. Your union can bargain with your employer for an unpaid leave of absence, severance pay, or other separation benefits.

Here we outline the steps you can take to prepare for a loss of status and make the best decisions to protect yourself and your family.