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.