DHS will end TPS for 520,000 Haitians, opening the door for deportations as Haiti’s status expires in 2025.

Trump Administration to End Temporary Protected Status for Haitians

The Trump administration announced that temporary protected status (TPS) for approximately 520,000 Haitians residing in the United States will end in September 2025. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that the TPS designation for Haiti will expire on August 3, 2025, and the removal will take effect on September 2, 2025.

A DHS spokesperson stated, “This decision restores integrity in our immigration system and ensures that Temporary Protective Status is actually temporary.” Officials noted that the environmental situation in Haiti has improved, making it safe for Haitian citizens to return home. The Department is encouraging affected individuals to use the CBP Home app to arrange safe departure, offering a complimentary plane ticket and a $1,000 exit bonus.

Haitian nationals who wish to remain in the United States may pursue other immigration benefits if they are eligible. The DHS emphasized its commitment to assisting those returning to Haiti and has provided resources for a smooth transition.

Background and Policy Shift

The decision to revoke TPS was made following a review by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which determined that Haiti no longer meets the statutory requirements for the program. The TPS program, established under the Immigration Act of 1990, allows residents from countries experiencing natural disasters, war, or other unsafe conditions to seek refuge in the U.S. Extensions are typically granted in 18-month increments based on ongoing assessments.

The Trump administration has pursued a strategy of rolling back TPS designations as part of its broader efforts to tighten border security and enforce immigration law. Fulfilling a campaign promise, officials have moved to end TPS for countries where conditions are deemed improved enough for safe return.

In comparison, President Joe Biden previously extended TPS protections to Venezuelans, covering an estimated 300,000 nationals, a move later reversed by the Trump administration. Haiti now joins Venezuela in having TPS status rescinded, further signaling a policy shift toward increased deportations.

Matthew Tragesser, a spokesperson for USCIS, confirmed that the decision will directly affect 520,000 Haitian migrants currently protected under TPS. The department is working to ensure those affected are informed of their options and available resources as the deadline approaches.

With TPS set to expire, many Haitian families in the U.S. must now prepare for a return home or seek alternative pathways to remain lawfully. As the deadline nears, immigration advocates and affected communities are closely monitoring the transition and its broader impact on the nation’s immigration landscape.