TPS Immigration Lawyer in Dallas

TPS provides temporary protection from removal and eligibility for work authorization to eligible nationals of countries designated by the Department of Homeland Security due to armed conflict, environmental disaster, or other extraordinary conditions.

Who Is the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) For?

Who Qualifies

TPS is country-specific and time-limited, re-evaluated periodically by DHS; eligibility requires continuous physical presence and residence in the U.S. since the dates set for that country's designation, along with timely registration during the open filing period.

How to Apply

Eligible individuals file Form I-821 along with Form I-765 for an Employment Authorization Document during the designated registration or re-registration period for their country.

Period of Stay & Processing

TPS is granted in increments tied to the length of each country's designation period (commonly six to eighteen months) and must be renewed through re-registration for as long as the designation remains in effect.

This overview is for general information only and is not legal advice. Current forms, fees, and eligibility rules should always be confirmed against official USCIS and U.S. Department of State guidance, or with one of our attorneys, before filing.