New York, NY—Today, the Department of Homeland Security announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela, El Salvador, Sudan and Ukraine for 18 months.
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“The extension of TPS for Venezuela, El Salvador, Sudan, and Ukraine is a crucial step forward to ensuring safety and stability for immigrant New Yorkers. This decision comes at a critical time when many immigrants are grappling with constant fear and uncertainty as we await Donald Trump’s second presidential term, raising concerns about the rollbacks of hard-fought protections and rights for immigrants. The TPS extensions will provide safety and security for thousands of our immigrant New York neighbors. While we applaud the Biden administration for recognizing the urgent need for these continued protections, they are only temporary measures. Washington must do more by enacting permanent protections, including pathways to citizenship for all immigrants seeking to live with dignity and thrive alongside their families here in the United States.”
Background:
The extension for Venezuelans runs from April 3, 2025 to October 2, 2026, benefiting an estimated 600,000 people. The extension only applies to eligible individuals who have resided in the United States on or before July 31, 2023.
The extension for Salvadorans runs from March 10, 2025 to September 9, 2026, benefiting an estimated 234,000 people, assuming they continue to meet eligibility requirements. This extension is only applicable to qualified individuals who are currently in the United States and are presently beneficiaries of TPS for El Salvador. Current TPS El Salvador holders must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period to maintain their TPS and work authorization.
The extension for Sudan will benefit an estimated 1,900 people, assuming they continue to meet eligibility requirements. This extension is only applicable to qualified individuals who are currently in the United States on or before August 16, 2023.
The extension for Ukraine will benefit an estimated 103,700 people, assuming they continue to meet eligibility requirements. This extension is only applicable to qualified individuals who are currently in the United States on or before August 16, 2023.