Extension of TPS and Employment Authorization for Honduras and Nicaragua
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Policy effect
Extends the Temporary Protected Status designation and associated Employment Authorization Documents for beneficiaries from Honduras and Nicaragua for 18 months, from July 6, 2016, through January 5, 2018. Phase scope: Effective July 6, 2016 through January 5, 2018; automatic EAD extension through January 5, 2017.
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The Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Honduras and Nicaragua for 18 months, from July 6, 2016 through January 5, 2018. The extension allows current TPS beneficiaries of Honduras and Nicaragua to re-register for TPS in accordance with the Federal Register notice. DHS has also automatically extended the validity of Employment Authorization Documents issued under the TPS designation of Honduras and Nicaragua for six months, through January 5, 2017.
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