DHS Ends Temporary Protected Status for Haiti, Urges Haitians to Seek Legal Residency

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haiti. The TPS designation for the country expires on Aug. 3, 2025, and the termination will be effective on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

At least 60 days before a TPS designation expires, the Secretary reviews the conditions in the designated country to determine if they still support the designation.

A DHS spokesperson stated, 'This decision restores integrity in our immigration system and ensures that Temporary Protective Status is actually temporary. The environmental situation in Haiti has improved enough that it is safe for Haitian citizens to return home. We encourage these individuals to take advantage of the Department’s resources in returning to Haiti, which can be arranged through the CBP Home app. Haitian nationals may pursue lawful status through other immigration benefit requests, if eligible.'

After consultation, Secretary Noem found that conditions in Haiti no longer meet the TPS requirements. The decision was based on a review by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and in consultation with the Department of State. Haitians are encouraged to return home and use the CBP Home app to report their departure from the United States.