On May 12, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security announced the termination of Afghanistan’s Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Afghanistan’s TPS designation and related benefits will terminate on July 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Who does this termination impact?
This termination impacts individuals who have been granted TPS under Afghanistan’s designation.
When is the termination effective?
The termination is effective at 11:59 p.m., local time, on July 14, 2025.
What is the effect of this termination?
After July 14, 2025, nationals of Afghanistan (and aliens who had no nationality and who had last habitually resided in Afghanistan) who have been granted TPS under Afghanistan’s designation will no longer have TPS. DHS will expect Afghanistan TPS holders to depart the United States by this date if they have not filed for another immigration benefit, such as asylum. To ensure their departure, DHS will most likely commence removal proceedings.
Employment Authorization Documents with a Category Code of A12 or C19 and a Card Expires date of May 20, 2025, and Nov. 20, 2023, associated with the TPS designation of Afghanistan will expire on July 14, 2025.
Employers must reverify TPS Afghanistan beneficiaries who presented these EADs before they start work on July 15, 2025.
What steps can employers take?
Employers of Afghan nationals who are subject to this termination should consider screening their employees for other visa options and, if possible, moving them to a nonimmigrant status.
