The extension was made based on the Secretary of Homeland Security’s assessment that Ukraine faces challenges that warrant ongoing humanitarian assistance based on the armed conflict and conditions preventing Ukrainian nationals from safely returning to their home country.
DHS estimates that Ukraine’s extension of TPS will allow approximately 103,700 current beneficiaries to re-register for TPS if they continue to meet the eligibility requirements.
TPS for Ukraine Informational Workshop
If you are in the San Diego area, the Law Offices of Jacob J. Sapochnick will be hosting an informational workshop about TPS benefits for Ukrainian nationals. We would be happy if you would join us.
When: Wednesday January 15, 2025 at 4 pm
Where: Mission Valley Library, Community Room
2123 Fenton Parkway San Diego, California
Who qualifies for TPS under Ukraine’s Designation?
You may be eligible to apply for TPS under Ukraine’s designation if you have continuously resided in the United States since at least August 16, 2023, and have remained continuously physically present in the United States since that date.
DHS reminds the public that TPS applications undergo rigorous national security and public safety vetting. If any individual is identified as posing a threat, they may be detained, removed, or referred to other federal agencies for further investigation or prosecution. Individuals are barred from receiving TPS if they have been convicted of any felony or two misdemeanors.
Re-registration for current TPS recipients
Current beneficiaries under TPS must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period which will soon be announced on Ukraine’s TPS webpage. Qualifying beneficiaries who re-register and continue to meet the TPS eligibility requirements will be able to retain their TPS benefits and employment authorization.
Re-registration is limited to individuals who previously registered for and were granted TPS under Ukraine’s initial designation. This population includes nationals of Ukraine (and individuals without nationality who last resided in Ukraine) who have been continuously residing in the United States since at least August 16, 2023, with or without lawful immigration status.
DHS recognizes that not all re-registrants may receive a new Employment Authorization Document (EAD) before their current EAD expires and is automatically extending work permits for 12 months, the validity of EADs previously issued under Ukraine’s TPS designation.
Pending TPS Applications
USCIS will continue processing pending applications filed under previous Ukraine TPS designations. Both initial applicants and re-registering current beneficiaries who have a pending Form I-821 or Form I-765, do not need to file either application again.
If USCIS approves a pending Form I-821 or Form I-765, USCIS will grant the individual TPS through October 19, 2026, and issue a new EAD valid through the same date.
For more information, please review the TPS webpage for Ukraine and be on the lookout for a soon to be published Federal Register Notice which will explain the eligibility criteria, timelines, and procedures for current beneficiaries to re-register and renew EADs.
Need help re-registering? We can help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation to discuss your eligibility for Ukraine’s TPS designation by texting 619-483-4549 or calling us at 619-819-9204.
Helpful Links
- Temporary Protected Status USCIS Webpage Ukraine
- DHS to Extend Temporary Protected Status for Ukraine
- TPS Webpage
- Form I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status
- Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization
- ImmigrationLawyerBlog
- ImmigrationU Membership
- Success stories
- Youtube channel
- ImmigrationU
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