Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Services for Africans
We Assist Africans in Securing Temporary Protected Status in the United States
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Let’s Help You Secure Temporary Protected Status in the United States
At Empirefly Law Firm, we specialize in helping African nationals secure Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to ensure their safety and legal status in the United States during crises in their home countries. Our experienced attorneys provide expert legal guidance and comprehensive support throughout the TPS application process.
What is Temporary Protected Status (TPS)?
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a temporary immigration status granted to nationals of certain countries experiencing ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary conditions that make it unsafe for them to return. TPS provides eligible individuals with protection from deportation and authorization to work in the United States for a designated period.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality:
- The applicant must be a national of a country designated for TPS by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), or a person without nationality who last resided in a designated country.
Continuous Physical Presence:
- The applicant must have been continuously physically present in the United States since the effective date of the most recent TPS designation for their country.
Continuous Residence:
- The applicant must have continuously resided in the United States since the date specified in the Federal Register notice of the designation.
Admissibility:
- The applicant must be admissible to the United States or obtain a waiver of inadmissibility.
Timely Registration:
- The applicant must file during the initial registration or re-registration period or meet the requirements for late initial filing.
TPS Application Process
Determine Eligibility:
- Assess eligibility based on nationality, continuous physical presence, continuous residence, and admissibility.
File Form I-821:
- Submit Form I-821, Application for Temporary Protected Status, to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with the required documentation and fees.
File Form I-765:
- Submit Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, if seeking work authorization. This can be filed concurrently with Form I-821.
Biometrics Appointment:
- Attend a biometrics appointment if required to provide fingerprints, photographs, and signature.
Receive TPS and EAD:
- Upon approval, receive TPS designation and an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), allowing legal work in the United States for the duration of TPS.
Re-Registration:
- Re-register during each re-registration period to maintain TPS status.
Why Choose Empirefly Law Firm?
Expert Legal Guidance:
- Our attorneys have extensive experience in handling TPS cases and provide personalized advice tailored to your unique situation.
Comprehensive Support:
- We offer support at every step of the TPS application process, from determining eligibility to filing petitions and preparing for biometrics appointments.
Proven Success:
- Our firm has a strong track record of successfully helping African nationals secure TPS and maintain legal status in the United States.
Client-Centered Approach:
- We are committed to making the TPS application process as smooth and stress-free as possible, offering compassionate and reliable support throughout your journey.
Schedule a Consultation
Ready to start your TPS application? Contact Empirefly Law Firm today to schedule a consultation. Our experienced attorneys are here to guide you through the process and help you achieve your goal of legal protection and stability in the United States.
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