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*DHS Extends TPS for Syria But Refuses to Re-Designate *

Washington, DC | www.adc.org [ [link removed] ] | August XX, 2019 – Moments ago, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) decided to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 7,000 Syrian beneficiaries in the U.S. *The decision to extend only allows current TPS holders to renew their status*. DHS refused to re-designate Syria for TPS. ADC filed a formal petition with DHS and DOS requesting re-designation and extension of TPS for Syria.

The extension will allow current Syrian nationals who have TPS to extend their status when the re-registration date opens. This 18 month extension of Syria's designation for TPS permits current Syrian TPS beneficiaries to re-register for TPS and remain in the U.S. with work authorization through March 31, 2021. ADC will alert the community about the publication of the new re-registration dates. The extension will also allow TPS holders to extend their Employment Authorization Document (EAD), which allows for employment while in the U.S. TPS allows nationals from designated countries facing humanitarian disasters and/or domestic strife to legally stay in the U.S. TPS does not confer a path to permanent residency, but, rather, provides a safe haven until beneficiaries can return to their homes without harm.

By not re-designating TPS for Syria, *Syrians arriving in the U.S. after August 1, 2016 will not be able to apply for protection*. This will have a devastating impact on Syrian nationals who have sought safe haven in the United States since 2016. Moreover, it will undermine family reunification for many Syrian nationals in the U.S.

ADC Legal Director Abed Ayoub stresses that, "Although we welcome the decision to extend, the administration's refusal to redesignate TPS will continue to impact many Syrian nationals in the U.S. looking for a safe haven from violence and war. It is imperative that those who have TPS re-register during the re-registration period. Furthermore, we encourage those who do not qualify for TPS and are out of status, to seek the advice of an immigration attorney immediately."

The ADC Legal Department provides assistance with all immigration related matters, including assistance with TPS and asylum claims. For questions about TPS, contact ADC Legal at 202-244-2990, or send an email to [email protected] [ mailto:[email protected] ].
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