TPS by Country: Which Countries Have Temporary Protected Status in 2026

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Temporary Protected Status has changed dramatically since 2025. This page summarizes where each country stands, based on public reports as of November 12, 2026. It is a guide, not a substitute for the official notice for your country or for advice on your own case. Always confirm with USCIS.

The big legal change

In Mullin v. Doe, decided on June 25, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Congress barred courts from reviewing most non-constitutional challenges to the termination of a country’s TPS. The decision allowed the terminations for Haiti and Syria to go forward and makes many other court challenges harder. Constitutional claims were not fully resolved.

Designations still in place or awaiting an announcement

Ukraine. The last published end date was October 19, 2026. DHS has not published a new decision, and USCIS says holders keep protection until an announcement. See TPS for Ukraine.
Sudan. The last published end date was October 19, 2026, with the same uncertainty as Ukraine.
El Salvador. A decision has been pending, and USCIS has indicated that work authorization continues for now.
Lebanon. Reported as extended for a further period in 2026, with an end date in late November 2026. Check for a new notice.
Venezuela (2023 designation). Subject to ongoing court proceedings and shifting orders. Status depends on the latest rulings.

Designations reported as terminated

The following have been reported as terminated, in some cases after court challenges, which the Supreme Court ruling has made harder to win:

Afghanistan, Cameroon, Nepal, Honduras and Nicaragua (terminated in 2025 or early 2026).
Venezuela (2021 designation).
Haiti and Syria (terminations allowed to proceed after Mullin v. Doe).
Yemen, Somalia, Ethiopia, Burma (Myanmar) and South Sudan (reported as terminated in 2026).

Termination dates, work permit validity and any remaining court orders differ by country. If your country is on this list, do not assume you have lost all options.

If your TPS has ended or may end

Gather your documents and calendar all dates.
Ask us whether you qualify for another status, such as asylum, a family-based green card, an employment-based option or a waiver.
Avoid travel without advice, and do not ignore any notice from USCIS or immigration court.
Do not rely on rumors or social media. Confirm with an attorney.

Where to find official status

The official sources are the USCIS TPS country pages and the Federal Register notices. We review them for you and explain what they mean for your case.

What does TPS give me?

Protection from removal and a work permit while TPS is valid. It does not lead to a green card on its own.

Can I still register for TPS?

It depends on the country and the current notice. Some countries have closed registration, and some allow late filing in limited cases.

Can I get a green card with TPS?

TPS alone does not lead to a green card, but some TPS holders can use it to meet certain requirements, and travel authorization can matter for adjustment. We review each case.

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This page is general information, not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. TPS and parole programs change quickly and are the subject of court cases, so the status described here may have changed since the date shown. We confirm current status with USCIS before advising you. Status summarized as of November 12, 2026.