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One Month Remains For Haitian TPS Registration

Chris Gafner — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:48:26 +0000

Little over one month remains eligible Haitians to apply for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in the United States. Over 51,000 Haitians have applied for the status and all remaining eligible Haitians must apply by July 20, 2010. Failure to register before that date may bar otherwise eligible Haitians from receiving TPS status.

TPS status is provided by the United States to nationals of countries that experience traumatic and destructive events such as earthquakes, hurricanes and war. The status allows for eligible foreign nationals to obtain immigration status and work authorization in the United States. The TPS status is granted for eighteen months.

If you think you are eligible for Haitian TPS status and seek assistance in applying, please do not hesitate to contact a New York City Immigration Attorney.

USCIS Teleconference on Haitian TPS on June 2, 2010

Chris Gafner — Wed, 26 May 2010 13:37:41 +0000

On June 2, 2010 USCIS Director Mayorkas is scheduled to address a teleconference concerning temporary protected status for Haitians. The teleconference is scheduled to begin at 2 PM. The teleconference is meant to address questions and concerns about TPS status for Haitians.

Temporary protected status (TPS) provides immigration status to individuals for patients suffering from on complex disasters or other extraordinary conditions. The Department of Homeland Security Secretary determines whether to grant TPS to nationals of certain countries. TPS for Haitians will last for 18 months. However eligible Haitians must register by July 20 2010.

To join the call – Please dial:

Number: 1-888-989-9242

Passcode: Miami

TPS For Nicaragua and El Salvador Extended 18 Months

Chris Gafner — Thu, 06 May 2010 12:18:36 +0000

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) has been extended for an additional 18 months for qualifying Nicaraguans and Honduran. Both have been extended until 2012. TPS is granted to nationals of certain countries that are facing national disasters. TPS allows qualifying nationals to stay in the United States and gain work authorization until the United States determines that TPS should be discontinued. To learn more about Nicaraguan TPS and Honduran TPS, please visit the USCIS site.

USCIS Reminds Haitians of TPS Deadline: July 20, 2010

Chris Gafner — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:12:04 +0000

The USCIS has recently tried to remind Haitians in the United States that they must apply for Temporary Protected Status by July 20, 2010 (if they seek such a destination). Gafner Law Firm has provided a page dedicated to Haitian TPS, which includes information about free TPS clinics that are being held in New York City.

Please don’t forget the deadline – or wait until the last minute to apply.

Haitians Evacuated To USA Detained

Chris Gafner — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 10:57:09 +0000

Last week the New York Times ran a rather disturbing story about how Haitians who had been evacuated to the United States are now being detained in ICE facilities due to their lack of a visa. These Haitians, many of whom were seeking medical treatment when they were evacuated from Haiti, should be granted Humanitarian Parole immediately. Especially when many of them have family members who are willing to support them until they are able to return to Haiti.

These Haitians did not mean to come to the United States without the necessary immigration documents – they were merely seeking medical assistance. Why should they be treated like law breakers?

If you look at the USCIS website, or the ICE website, you see information about how the US is helping Haitians. Perhaps it is time that these agencies actually help them, and not just talk about it.

UPDATE: Almost immediately after the NY Times ran its story, ICE released these Haitians.

Free Haitian TPS Consultations in Queens

Chris Gafner — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:20:00 +0000

On March 24th, the NYC Immigrant Advocacy Initiative is leading a free immigration clinic for Haitian nationals who wish to apply for temporary protected status (TPS). The clinic will help Haitians determine their eligibility for TPS and will help qualifying individuals to prepare the correct documents and applications.

The Clinic will be held at the Queens Public Library from 5:30 to 8:30 on March 24th. The library is located at 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11432. The library is a quick walk from the 169th Street stop on the F train.

12,500 Haitian TPS Applications and Counting

Chris Gafner — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 11:17:00 +0000

The Washington Post is reporting that the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) has received over 12,500 applications for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from Haitians since the application period started in late January. Although this is a significant number, it is imperative to remember that an estimated 200,000 Haitians are eligible for TPS status.

TPS allows qualifying individuals to remain in the United States and maintain proper work authorization. To be eligible, a Haitian must of been in the United States on January 12, 2010.

In most cases, it is necessary for Haitians to apply for TPS status before July 20, 2010.

USCIS Releases How-To video for TPS Registration

Chris Gafner — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:05:08 +0000

The USCIS has released a How-To video for Haitians seeking to file for TPS Registration. I can’t vouch for how useful (or accurate) it is – but at least USCIS is trying to get the word out.

Here is a transcript of the video.

Don’t Be A Victim of Immigration Fraud

Chris Gafner — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:43:14 +0000

As mentioned last week, certain Haitian nationals were recently made eligible for TPS status. given the large number of individuals who will be seeking out this status, it is a good time to remember to properly vet any immigration attorney that you engage. It is also important to make sure that you are not being taken for a ride. As is too often the case, many immigrants are.

The USCIS has a pamphlet addressing how to avoid immigration fraud. It is available in English and Creole.

Haitian TPS Clinics in New York City

Chris Gafner — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:52:59 +0000

As many know, the U.S. government has recently extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Haitians living in the United States on January 12, 2010.

The Immigration bar of New York City, in conjunction with many NYC community organizations, is set to hold numerous free legal clinics for Haitians seeking to apply for TPS. The following are just a few of the scheduled clinics:

January 28, 2010 – NYCIAI Haiti TPS clinic planned at the City Bar from 5.30 to 8.00 p.m

January 30, 2010 – Haitian TPS Application Assistance Day in Brooklyn

February 6, 2010 – Haitian TPS Application Assistance Day in Brooklyn

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Granted To Haitians

Chris Gafner — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:19:55 +0000

Following the devastating earthquake in Haiti, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (“USCIS”) acted immediately and granted Temporary Protected Status (“TPS”) to Haitians in the United States. TPS, which is granted for eighteen months, allows for unauthorized Haitians to remain in the United States without fear of removal and deportation back to a recovering Haiti. TPS is only available to those Haitians already in the United States on January 12, 2010. Eligible Haitians will need to register with USCIS.

With such a large Haitian population living in New York City, the granting of TPS will surely help many in New York City. For more information, please see the USCIS website.

TPS Extended For Sudanese Nationals

Chris Gafner — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:44:01 +0000

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Sudan has been extended until November 2, 2011 by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). TPS is an immigration status that is granted to eligible nationals of a designated country who are temporarily unable to safely return to their home country because of an emergency situation, including armed conflict and environmental disaster.

TPS allows those qualifying nationals to live within the United States and obtain work authorization. Qualifying nationals must register with the USCIS to obtain TPS status and employment authorization.