Protection When Your Country Faces Crisis
If your home country has been designated for TPS due to ongoing armed conflict, environmental disaster, or extraordinary circumstances, you may be eligible for protection from deportation and work authorization.
Expert TPS Legal Services
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a temporary immigration benefit that protects individuals from countries experiencing ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary circumstances. At Vasquez Law Firm, we help eligible nationals from designated countries secure TPS protection and work authorization.
Currently Designated TPS Countries
Americas
- • Venezuela (designation extended — check latest DHS notice)
- • Haiti (designation extended — check latest DHS notice)
- • El Salvador (subject to ongoing litigation — contact us for current status)
- • Honduras (subject to termination/extension — see our TPS Honduras 2026 guide)
- • Nicaragua (subject to ongoing litigation — contact us for current status)
Africa & Asia
- • Myanmar (Burma) (through May 2025)
- • Afghanistan (through May 2025)
- • Sudan (through April 2025)
- • South Sudan (through May 2025)
- • Ukraine (through April 2025)
Important Note About Designations
TPS designations are temporary and subject to extension or termination by the Department of Homeland Security. Information shown is current as of March 2026 and may change. Contact us for the most current information about your country's TPS status.
TPS Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for TPS, you must meet ALL of the following requirements:
Be a national of a country designated for TPS, or a person without nationality who last habitually resided in the designated country
Have been continuously physically present in the United States since the effective date of your country's TPS designation
Have continuously resided in the United States since the date specified for your country
File your application during the open registration period or qualify for late filing
Be admissible to the United States or qualify for a waiver of inadmissibility
TPS Benefits
Protection from Removal
Cannot be removed from the United States while TPS is in effect
Work Authorization
Eligible to receive Employment Authorization Document (EAD)
Travel Authorization
May be granted permission to travel abroad with advance parole
What Happens If TPS Honduras Is Terminated?
Many Honduran TPS holders in Florida are worried about what happens if the designation ends. If TPS for Honduras is terminated, beneficiaries would revert to their previous immigration status and could face removal proceedings. However, there are several critical options you should explore before any termination takes effect:
- Family-based petitions: If you have a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child over 21, you may qualify for a green card through family sponsorship.
- Asylum: If you face persecution in Honduras, you may be eligible for asylum regardless of TPS status.
- Cancellation of removal: If you have lived in the U.S. for 10+ years, have good moral character, and have U.S. citizen/resident children or spouse, you may qualify.
- Employment-based visas: L-1, H-1B, or other work visas may be available depending on your employer and qualifications.
Do not wait until the last moment. Contact our Florida immigration attorneys now to evaluate your options. Call 1-844-YO-PELEO.
TPS Honduras Latest News 2026
The TPS designation for Honduras has been the subject of extensive litigation and executive action. Here is what you need to know as of March 2026:
- • Federal courts have issued injunctions that have kept TPS protections in place for Honduras while cases are pending
- • USCIS has issued automatic extensions of TPS-related Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) during litigation
- • The current administration's policy on Honduras TPS continues to evolve — check with an immigration attorney for the latest
- • Re-registration windows open periodically — missing a deadline can result in loss of TPS benefits
For the most current information specific to your case, schedule a free consultation with our TPS attorneys.
How to Renew TPS Honduras 2026 — Step by Step
- 1. Check the Federal Register: USCIS publishes notices in the Federal Register announcing re-registration periods. Your attorney can monitor this for you.
- 2. File Form I-821 during the registration window: You must re-register during the designated period. Late filings require proof of extraordinary circumstances.
- 3. File Form I-765 for work authorization: Submit your EAD renewal with your TPS re-registration to maintain work authorization.
- 4. Pay filing fees or request a fee waiver: Current fees are $50 for I-821 and $410 for I-765. Fee waivers are available for those who qualify.
- 5. Attend biometrics appointment: USCIS will schedule you for fingerprinting and photos at a local ASC.
- 6. Keep your address updated with USCIS: Use Form AR-11 to report any address changes to avoid missing notices.
Need help with your TPS Honduras renewal? Our bilingual attorneys in Orlando handle the entire process. Get a free consultation.
Our TPS Services
Initial TPS Applications
First-time TPS applications for eligible nationals
- • Eligibility assessment and country designation review
- • Form I-821 preparation and filing
- • Work authorization application (Form I-765)
- • Supporting documentation gathering
- • Biometrics appointment preparation
TPS Re-registration
Renewing TPS status when your country is re-designated
- • Timely re-registration during open periods
- • Updated documentation and evidence
- • Work permit renewal processing
- • Address any issues from previous applications
- • Status monitoring and case updates
Late Filing Applications
Assistance with late TPS applications under extraordinary circumstances
- • Demonstrating extraordinary circumstances
- • Good cause analysis for late filing
- • Comprehensive legal brief preparation
- • Evidence of circumstances beyond your control
Application Process Timeline
Eligibility Consultation
Review country designation and personal eligibility (1-2 days)
Document Collection
Gather nationality, presence, and residence evidence (1-3 weeks)
Application Preparation
Complete Forms I-821 and I-765 with supporting evidence
Filing & Biometrics
Submit application during registration period, attend biometrics
Approval & Benefits
Receive TPS approval and work authorization (3-8 months)
Don't Miss Registration Periods
TPS registration periods are limited and strictly enforced. Missing the registration period can result in loss of eligibility unless you qualify for late filing under extraordinary circumstances. Contact us immediately if your country has been designated or re-designated for TPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
1What is Temporary Protected Status (TPS)?
TPS is a temporary immigration benefit for nationals of countries experiencing armed conflict, environmental disaster, or extraordinary conditions. It provides protection from deportation, work authorization, and the ability to travel with advance parole.
2How do I apply for TPS in Florida?
To apply for TPS, you must file Form I-821 during the designated registration period for your country. You'll also need Form I-765 for work authorization. Our Florida immigration attorneys guide you through the entire process, ensuring timely filing and proper documentation.
3Can I get a green card while on TPS?
TPS itself does not lead directly to a green card. However, you may be eligible for permanent residency through other pathways such as family sponsorship, employment-based petitions, or asylum. Our attorneys can evaluate your options.
4What happens if my country's TPS designation ends?
If TPS is terminated for your country, you would revert to your previous immigration status. It's crucial to explore alternative immigration relief before a designation ends. Contact our attorneys to discuss your options.
YO PELEO™ - Protecting Nationals in Crisis
When your homeland faces crisis, we're here to help you find safety and stability in the United States. Our experienced TPS attorneys understand the urgency and complexity of these cases, providing compassionate and effective representation.
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TPS Designation Updates
Venezuela: Extended through March 2025
Haiti: Re-designated through August 2025
Ukraine: Designated through April 2025
Check with us for the most current designation information and registration periods.
William Vasquez, Esq.
Immigration Attorney | Founder, Vasquez Law Firm
U.S. Air Force veteran and immigration attorney with 30,000+ cases resolved. J.D., NCCU School of Law. AILA member. Admitted to the 4th, 5th, and 11th Circuit Courts.
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