📉Implications of Termination of Haiti's Temporary Protected Status
Termination of the Designation of Haiti for Temporary Protected Status
Summary
Through this notice, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces that the Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary) is terminating the designation of Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The designation of Haiti is set to expire on August 3, 2025. After reviewing country conditions and consulting with appropriate U.S. Government agencies, the Secretary determined that Haiti no longer continues to meet the conditions for designation for TPS. The Secretary, therefore, is terminating the TPS designation of Haiti as required by statute. This termination is effective September 2, 2025. After September 2, 2025, nationals of Haiti (and aliens having no nationality who last habitually resided in Haiti) who have been granted TPS under Haiti's designation will no longer have TPS.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The termination of Haiti's TPS has significant implications for businesses that employ Haitian nationals or are reliant on their labor. Businesses will need to prepare for the loss of work authorization for approximately 348,187 individuals, which may affect workforce demographics and operational capabilities. Additionally, potential legal liabilities may arise if businesses do not comply with new immigration regulations.