TPS for Syrians Extended 18 Months

Posted on January 05, 2015 by Kathryn N. Karam

The Department of Homeland Security has announced that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) has been redesignated and the TPS period has been extended for 18 months for Syrians.

DHS Extends TPS designation for South Sudan

Posted on September 04, 2014 by Kathryn N. Karam

The Department of Homeland Security has announced that it will extend its designation of South Sudan for Temporary Protected Status program for another 18 months, until May 2, 2016.

June 20th is World Refugee Day

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Kathryn N. Karam

Today is World Refugee Day.

Washington State District Court holds that TPS is "Admission" for Purposes of Adjustment of Status

Posted on June 05, 2014 by Kathryn N. Karam

The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington has held that a grant of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is an "Admission" for purposes of Adjustment of Status - the process of applying for Permanent Residence or a "green card" in the United States.

TPS for Haitians Extended 18 months

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Kathryn N. Karam

USCIS announced on March 3rd that it will extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Haiti for an additional 18 months, through January 22, 2016. This is good news for all Haitian nationals present in the U.S. pursuant to TPS. See the full announcement here.

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