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If the safety and security of someone seeking to enter the United States would be greatly imperiled if they were to return to their country of origin due to issues that are not covered under the first two conditions.
If your country of origin falls into one of three categories above, then you might be eligible for TPS. By granting you TPS, the United States is helping protect you from harm if you were returned to your home country. After a country receives TPS, any national of that country, or a stateless person who had habitually resided in that country, and who is already in the United States can apply for TPS.
You can then support yourself and your family without fearing deportation for working without authorization. You can apply for permission to travel abroad. Cons of applying for TPS. There are several disadvantages of TPS including the following:. The U. Not all countries that face war, natural disasters, or other special circumstances, will qualify for TPS.
Ultimately, the U. You must submit an application to USCIS within the advertised initial or late registration periods and meet a number of other eligibility requirements: Physical presence in the U. This means that other than "brief, casual, and innocent" travel outside the U. Continuous residence in the U. The same travel limitations from the physical presence requirement apply here. No serious criminal record: If you have been convicted of a felony or two or more misdemeanors in the United States, you will be ineligible for TPS benefits or renewal.
Not otherwise inadmissible: If you are considered "inadmissible" to the U. Some grounds of inadmissibility include criminal convictions, immigration violations, and medical issues. For more on inadmissibility and waivers, see Inadmissibility: When the U. Can Keep You Out. Therefore, if you have firmly resettled in a third country, persecuted others in your home country, been convicted of a serious crime, or pose a national security threat, you will not be eligible for TPS.
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However, it is highly recommended that you consult with an experienced immigration attorney, who can advise you whether it is in your best interest to pursue an appeal and help you prepare a convincing case for one.
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