In August 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released new TPS guidance for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine. These notices affect each country differently, and only one is a termination: USCIS terminated Somalia’s designation effective August 14, 2026, and its Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) are no longer valid. Sudan’s current designation is set to expire October 19, 2026, while USCIS currently lists Ukraine’s designation as expiring October 19, 2026, though Ukraine’s designation may be automatically extended by operation of law because DHS did not publish a decision by the statutory deadline — so confirm the current terms for Ukraine at uscis.gov. This area is fast-moving and affected by ongoing litigation, so confirm the current terms in your personal USCIS notice and at uscis.gov. If your status or work permit is affected, you need to act now.
Herrera Law Firm tracks USCIS updates like this one for our clients. As a Houston immigration attorney team, we help TPS holders meet deadlines and avoid gaps in status. Lead Immigration Attorney Hector Herrera has guided immigration cases in Houston for years.
What Changed: New TPS Guidance for Sudan, Somalia, Ukraine
USCIS updated its Temporary Protected Status guidance for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine beneficiaries. The change centers on two things: re-registration steps and work permit terms. You can review the full Temporary Protected Status program rules directly on the USCIS site. Erickson Immigration Group’s report does not list new fees or a set deadline date, so check your own notice for your dates.
Registration Steps Under the New Guidance
The report confirms USCIS changed re-registration steps for TPS holders from these three countries. It does not name an exact new deadline. So, check your Federal Register notice or your USCIS account for your personal window.
Work Authorization and EAD Changes
The guidance also changes terms tied to work permits, or EADs, for TPS beneficiaries. The source flags that EAD extension terms shifted but does not give a new validity period. Confirm your EAD expiration date before you plan work or travel.
Key Takeaway: USCIS changed TPS guidance for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine beneficiaries. The update affects re-registration steps and EAD extension terms. The source has not published new fees or set deadline dates, so check your personal USCIS notice for the terms that apply to your case.
Who Is Affected by the TPS Guidance Update
This update reaches TPS holders and new applicants from Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine. You can confirm your country’s status on the DHS Temporary Protected Status page, which lists current designations. Employers who sponsor TPS workers should also note the change, since EAD timing affects work eligibility checks.
Sudan and Somalia TPS Holders
Sudan and Somalia both remain under active TPS designation, and holders from each country should review their renewal and EAD terms. If your status or work permit is close to expiring, don’t wait. Check your notice now.
Ukraine TPS Beneficiaries
Ukraine TPS beneficiaries see changes too. Many also hold other status types, so it helps to check how the update fits your specific case. The report doesn’t say whether Ukraine’s designation end date changed.
What To Do Now If You Hold TPS Status
Start by finding your current TPS notice. It lists your personal re-registration window and your EAD expiration date, so don’t rely on general dates you saw online. Our immigration lawyer Houston team posts plain-language updates like this one as USCIS releases new guidance.
Confirm Your Re-Registration Window
Check the dates on your most recent TPS notice first. Compare them against the new guidance. If your notice predates this update, don’t assume the old dates still apply.
Review Your EAD Extension Terms
Look at your EAD card and any extension notice you received. Confirm your exact new expiration date. This step matters most if your employer needs proof of current work authorization.
Pro Tip: Keep copies of both your old and new TPS notices together. When USCIS updates guidance like this, a full paper trail speeds up questions from your employer, a landlord, or your attorney.
Common Mistakes With TPS Renewals
Many TPS holders wait until their status or EAD nears expiration before checking new rules. That delay can cost weeks of processing time. Another mistake is assuming a spouse or family member’s timeline matches your own. Check your notice, not someone else’s.
Waiting Too Long to Re-Register
Re-registration windows don’t stay open forever. Missing yours may mean explaining the delay to USCIS later. Start your paperwork as soon as your window opens, not the week it closes.
Assuming Old EAD Rules Still Apply
EAD extension rules just changed for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine TPS holders. Last year’s extension period may not match this year’s terms. Confirm the current guidance before you tell an employer your permit is valid.
Common Mistake to Avoid: Don’t assume your TPS status or EAD extension follows last year’s terms. USCIS just changed these terms for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine beneficiaries. Confirm your current notice and the latest guidance before you plan around your status or your work permit.
How Herrera Law Firm Can Help TPS Holders
USCIS guidance changes like this one raise real questions. Our team reviews your notice, checks your re-registration window, and confirms your EAD terms. If your TPS status could lead to another path forward, our U.S. citizenship eligibility guide can help you see what options may open up later.
Case Review for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine Clients
We read your current notice line by line, then compare it against the newest guidance. This step catches errors before they become missed deadlines. Most clients finish this review in a single consultation.
Support With Renewals and EAD Extensions
Our team handles the paperwork side of TPS renewals and EAD extensions too. We prepare your forms, track your filing window, and follow up with USCIS on your behalf.
What This Means for You: This update means your TPS renewal or EAD extension may follow different rules than last time. If you hold status from Sudan, Somalia, or Ukraine, check your notice now instead of waiting. A short consultation can confirm your dates and next steps.
Only Somalia’s designation is a termination, effective August 14, 2026, with its EADs no longer valid. USCIS is notifying certain still-eligible Sudan and Ukraine TPS holders with a pending EAD application that their expired TPS-based EADs are extended only through October 19, 2026. Because this area is affected by ongoing litigation, your personal notice and uscis.gov are the only places to confirm your exact terms.
If you hold TPS status from one of these three countries, don’t wait to check your dates. Our path to U.S. citizenship resource can help too if you’re exploring what comes after TPS. Contact Herrera Law Firm today to schedule a consultation and confirm how this update affects your case. This article is general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Expert Insight from Hector Herrera, Lead Immigration Attorney: TPS holders often assume their status renews on its own. It doesn’t. A termination like this one changes the key dates — when your status ends and how long, if at all, your EAD stays valid. I tell clients to read their personal notice first, then confirm it with counsel. That step prevents most of the status gaps we see in practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new TPS guidance for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine?
USCIS released updated TPS guidance affecting Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine beneficiaries. The update changes re-registration steps and EAD extension terms. It does not list new fees. So, check your personal TPS notice for the exact dates that apply, or ask an immigration attorney to confirm them.
Who does this TPS update affect?
This TPS update affects current holders, new applicants, and employers connected to Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine TPS beneficiaries. If your status or EAD comes from one of these countries, review your notice now. Employers should confirm work authorization dates before scheduling shifts or renewing contracts.
Do I need to re-register for TPS under the new guidance?
Yes, if your TPS status is active, you likely need to re-register during your assigned window. The new guidance changes some registration steps. So, check your current notice first. If you’re unsure whether your TPS window has opened, ask an immigration attorney to confirm your dates.
How does this affect my TPS work permit?
Your TPS-based EAD extension terms may have changed under the new guidance. The source does not list a new validity period. So, confirm your card’s expiration date and any extension notice. Don’t assume last year’s EAD rules still apply to your current work permit.
Where can I read the full TPS guidance for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine?
Erickson Immigration Group first reported this TPS guidance update, and USCIS publishes official Temporary Protected Status details on its website. Review both sources for your country. Then confirm how the update applies to your case with an immigration attorney before you file anything new.
Step-by-Step Process
Step-by-Step: Responding to TPS Guidance Sudan Somalia Ukraine
1. Find your current TPS approval notice for exact dates.
2. Confirm your assigned re-registration window under the new guidance.
3. Locate your current EAD card and expiration date.
4. Check for any EAD automatic extension notice you received.
5. Compare your notice against the updated USCIS guidance details.
6. Gather prior re-registration receipts and approval documents together.
7. Contact an immigration attorney to confirm your specific dates.
8. File your re-registration forms before your window closes.
9. Confirm your EAD extension terms with your employer directly.
10. Schedule a follow-up review before your next TPS deadline.
Quick Reference: What Is TPS Guidance for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine?
TPS guidance for Sudan, Somalia, and Ukraine is USCIS direction on how Temporary Protected Status works for beneficiaries from these three countries. It covers re-registration steps and EAD extension terms. USCIS updated this guidance recently. So, current TPS holders and new applicants should check it before their status or work permit expires.
Additional Resources
Benefits of U.S. citizenship guide, see how citizenship can expand your options if your TPS status leads toward a longer-term path later.
Citizenship processing time explained, check current wait times if you’re planning your immigration timeline beyond TPS.
Can you lose U.S. citizenship?, understand your rights and protections once you reach citizenship after holding TPS or other status.
Reviewed by Hector Herrera, Founder and Lead Immigration Attorney · Updated
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Founder and Lead Immigration Attorney
Hector Herrera is the founder and lead immigration attorney at Herrera Law Firm (also known as the Law Offices of Herrera and Associates, PLLC) in Houston, Texas. He has practiced immigration law since 2007, representing clients in family immigration, employment-based and investment visas (including E-2 and EB-5), naturalization, and business legal services. Herrera and his bilingual team serve Houston and surrounding areas including Katy, The Woodlands, Pearland, Sugar Land, and Cypress, working with clients in both English and Spanish. He is listed as an attorney with the Law Offices of Herrera & Associates PLLC on FindLaw's lawyer directory and identified as a Texas immigration lawyer at Herrera Law Firm on ZoomInfo.
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