Is Haiti TPS still valid in 2026?

No. USCIS states that the Haiti TPS designation is terminated effective July 27, 2026, following the November 28, 2025 Federal Register termination notice and the Supreme Court's June 25, 2026 decision in Mullin v. Doe. Earlier court orders that had paused the termination are no longer in effect.

Can I still work with my TPS work permit?

USCIS says Form I-766 EADs issued to Haiti TPS beneficiaries under category A12 or C19 are no longer valid, and employers must reverify those workers. If you have another basis for work authorization — a pending asylum EAD, a green card, or another status — that document still governs.

Can I re-register or renew Haiti TPS?

There is no re-registration period for a terminated designation. Do not pay anyone who promises to 'renew' your Haiti TPS. Any future change would come from a new designation, a new court order, or an act of Congress, announced on the USCIS TPS page.

What options do Haitians have after TPS ends?

Depending on your situation: asylum (subject to strict filing deadlines and exceptions), family-based petitions, employment-based options, U or T visas for crime and trafficking survivors, VAWA self-petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for some young people, and adjustment of status if you are already eligible. Only a licensed immigration attorney or an accredited representative can tell you which fits your record.

How do I avoid immigration scams?

Notaries and 'notarios' are not lawyers in the United States. Never sign blank forms, never hand over original documents, always get a written receipt, and verify a representative's credentials before paying. Free and low-cost help is available from nonprofits recognized by the Department of Justice.

Community guide

TPS for Haitians: Where Things Stand and What to Do Next

A plain-language guide to Temporary Protected Status for Haitians — the 2026 termination, what it means for work permits, options after TPS, deadlines, and how to avoid scams.

Last updated July 31, 2026

This is not legal advice. KONBIT is a community platform, not a law firm. Immigration rules change quickly and every case is different. Confirm anything you read here against the official USCIS TPS page and talk to a licensed immigration attorney or a DOJ-accredited representative before you file, pay, or sign anything.

What TPS is — in one paragraph

Temporary Protected Status is a temporary humanitarian designation the U.S. government gives to nationals of a country facing armed conflict, disaster, or other extraordinary conditions. While a country is designated, its nationals already in the United States can register, receive protection from removal, and apply for a work permit (Form I-766, the EAD). TPS is not a green card and it never becomes one on its own — it lasts only as long as the designation lasts.

Where Haiti TPS stands right now

Haiti was first designated in 2010 after the earthquake and re-designated several times since. That chapter has closed: according to USCIS, Haiti's TPS designation is terminated, effective July 27, 2026. The termination was published in the Federal Register on November 28, 2025, was briefly paused by a federal court in February 2026, and took effect after the Supreme Court's June 25, 2026 decision in Mullin v. Doe.

USCIS has also confirmed that Employment Authorization Documents issued to Haiti TPS beneficiaries under category A12 or C19 are no longer valid, and that employers must reverify affected workers on Form I-9.

Timeline

Date	What happened
Nov 28, 2025	DHS publishes the termination of Haiti's TPS designation in the Federal Register (90 Fed. Reg. 54733).
Feb 2, 2026	A federal district court stays the termination in Miot v. Trump, temporarily extending benefits.
Jun 25, 2026	The Supreme Court rules in Mullin v. Doe in favor of the government on TPS terminations.
Jul 27, 2026	Haiti's TPS designation is terminated, per USCIS.
Jul 29, 2026	USCIS confirms A12 and C19 EADs issued under Haiti TPS are no longer valid and employers must reverify.

What this means for you, step by step

Pull your documents together. Your TPS approval notices (I-797), every EAD you've held, your I-94, passport, and any court or USCIS correspondence. Scan them and keep copies somewhere you can reach from your phone.
Check your work authorization honestly. If your only work permit was an A12 or C19 EAD from Haiti TPS, USCIS says it is no longer valid. Working without authorization can hurt future applications — get advice before deciding what to do about your job.
Talk to a real immigration lawyer or an accredited representative now, not later. Some options have hard deadlines that do not pause while you wait.
Ask specifically about asylum, family petitions, U or T visas, VAWA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and adjustment of status. Many people who held TPS for years turn out to be eligible for something more durable and never checked.
Keep your address current with USCIS (Form AR-11) and, if you have a case in immigration court, with the court. Missing a notice is one of the most damaging avoidable mistakes.
Follow only official sources for changes. USCIS announcements and the Federal Register are the record; WhatsApp forwards are not.

Options families commonly explore after TPS

Asylum — for people who fear persecution. There is a one-year filing deadline from your last entry, with narrow exceptions, so this is time-sensitive.
Family-based petitions — a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or adult child may be able to petition for you.
Employment-based petitions — possible where an employer will sponsor you and you meet the category requirements.
U and T visas — for survivors of certain crimes or of human trafficking who cooperate with authorities.
VAWA self-petition — for survivors of abuse by a U.S. citizen or permanent-resident family member, filed confidentially.
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status — for some young people who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected.

This list is a conversation starter for a consultation, not a menu to pick from alone. Filing the wrong application can expose you to removal proceedings.

Avoiding scams

Every time TPS makes the news, fraud follows. Protect yourself:

A notary public in the U.S. is not a lawyer. In Haiti and much of Latin America a notary is a legal professional; in the U.S. they only witness signatures.
No one can 'renew' a terminated designation. Promises of a special renewal or an inside contact at USCIS are false.
Never sign a blank or English-only form you don't understand, and never let anyone keep your original documents.
Always get a written contract and a receipt, and keep a copy of everything filed in your name.
Find free or low-cost help through DOJ-recognized nonprofits and legal-aid clinics before paying a private fee you can't afford.

Frequently asked questions

Is Haiti TPS still valid in 2026?: No. USCIS states that the Haiti TPS designation is terminated effective July 27, 2026, following the November 28, 2025 Federal Register termination notice and the Supreme Court's June 25, 2026 decision in Mullin v. Doe. Earlier court orders that had paused the termination are no longer in effect.
Can I still work with my TPS work permit?: USCIS says Form I-766 EADs issued to Haiti TPS beneficiaries under category A12 or C19 are no longer valid, and employers must reverify those workers. If you have another basis for work authorization — a pending asylum EAD, a green card, or another status — that document still governs.
Can I re-register or renew Haiti TPS?: There is no re-registration period for a terminated designation. Do not pay anyone who promises to 'renew' your Haiti TPS. Any future change would come from a new designation, a new court order, or an act of Congress, announced on the USCIS TPS page.
What options do Haitians have after TPS ends?: Depending on your situation: asylum (subject to strict filing deadlines and exceptions), family-based petitions, employment-based options, U or T visas for crime and trafficking survivors, VAWA self-petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for some young people, and adjustment of status if you are already eligible. Only a licensed immigration attorney or an accredited representative can tell you which fits your record.
How do I avoid immigration scams?: Notaries and 'notarios' are not lawyers in the United States. Never sign blank forms, never hand over original documents, always get a written receipt, and verify a representative's credentials before paying. Free and low-cost help is available from nonprofits recognized by the Department of Justice.

Where to check for official updates

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