Registration Period is Open for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians

The registration period for temporary protected status (TPS) opened up on January 21, 2010 and will remain open until July 20, 2010. This designation only applies to Haitian nationals who were present in the United States on January 12, 2010. It is very important to note that temporary protected status will not apply to individuals who arrive in the United States after January 12, 2010. The TPS for Haitians designation went into effect on January 21, 2010 and will remain in effect until July 22, 2011. Haitian nationals who qualify for such protection should take advantage of the TPS designation. Additionally, if a Haitian national is in the United States on a valid visa, then he/she should also apply for an extension or change of status along with temporary protected status (TPS). For example, Haitian nationals on a valid B-1/B-2 visa who are unable to return home should apply for a six month extension of their visitor’s visa. The Department of Homeland Security has advised its immigration officers to exercise discretion when adjudicating a visa application where the applicant is a Haitian national. Therefore, it is important to contact a qualified U.S. visa lawyer to discuss all of your options. It is very possible that as a Haitian national in the United States, you may qualify for more than one immigration benefit.

If you would like to contact Visa Lawyer Group for more information or if you have any questions, please do so at 845-353-3500 or you can email us at info@visalawyergroup.com. Our website also offers an online chat feature where you can discuss your case and ask questions to one of our qualified and experienced Visa Lawyers. Simply click on the chat button at the bottom corner of your screen!

We also have additional information regarding TPS for Haitians here.

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