United States: DHS Designates Ethiopia for TPS
October 21, 2022
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At a glance
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an 18-month designation of Ethiopia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), to take effect upon publication of an upcoming Federal Register notice.
- Ethiopian nationals eligible for this designation must have continuously resided in the United States since October 20, 2022 to be eligible for TPS.
- The Federal Register notice providing full details on applying for TPS and related employment authorization is expected shortly.
The issue
In response to the ongoing armed conflict and the extraordinary and temporary conditions in Ethiopia, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an 18-month Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Ethiopia, to take effect upon publication of an upcoming Federal Register notice. This will be Ethiopia’s first designation for TPS.
Individuals eligible for TPS under the Ethiopia designation must have continuously resided in the United States since October 20, 2022. TPS applicants must also meet all other eligibility requirements and undergo security and background checks. Those who travel to the United States after October 20, 2022 will not be eligible for TPS.
Filing instructions expected soon
In the coming days, DHS is expected to publish a Federal Register notice containing filing instructions for those who qualify for the Ethiopia TPS designation. These instructions will include information on applying for TPS and on applying for a corresponding employment authorization document that beneficiaries may use to work in the United States during the TPS designation period.
This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen.
