Temporary Protected Status for Honduras

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Update (November 7, 2026): On July 8, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security published a Federal Register notice terminating the TPS designation for Honduras (document 2025-12621). Court cases have affected the timing, so do not rely on a Honduras TPS document without a review of your case. Call (770) 609-9396 to review your situation and other immigration options.

Temporary Protected Status for Honduras was originally designated in 1999 following the catastrophic destruction caused by Hurricane Mitch. Under INA § 244 and 8 CFR § 244, eligible Honduran nationals residing in the United States have been able to live and work legally in the US through TPS. The designation has been extended multiple times, though it has also faced legal challenges and policy changes that have created uncertainty for Honduran TPS holders.

Honduran TPS holders must re-register during each open re-registration window to maintain their status and work authorization. The Employment Authorization Document (EAD) issued under TPS is the document that allows TPS holders to work legally and is often required for driver's licenses in Georgia under state law. Keeping EADs current is essential to maintaining employment and driving privileges.

JLA Law Group in Norcross, Georgia assists Honduran nationals with TPS registration, re-registration, EAD renewal, Advance Parole for international travel, and evaluation of pathways to permanent immigration status. Our attorneys track all TPS developments through USCIS Federal Register notices to ensure our clients never miss a critical filing window.

Steps You Should Take

Verify Your TPS Status and Re-Registration Deadlines

Contact JLA Law Group to confirm Honduras TPS is currently active and identify any open re-registration windows. Missing a re-registration period can result in loss of status and EAD.

File Form I-821 and I-765 for Re-Registration

Complete and file re-registration forms with required documentation: proof of Honduran nationality, evidence of continuous residence, and prior TPS approval. We prepare complete filing packages to avoid delays.

Renew Your EAD on Time

File for EAD renewal well before your current card expires. USCIS automatic extension notices protect you during processing, but you must be enrolled in TPS with a timely-filed re-registration to benefit.

Plan for Permanent Immigration Relief

TPS is temporary. We conduct a full immigration review for every Honduran TPS client to identify any pathways to permanent residence available now or in the future. Call (770) 609-9396 to schedule your consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for TPS from Honduras?

Honduran nationals who have continuously resided in the US since December 30, 1998, have been continuously physically present since January 5, 1999, and have not been convicted of a felony or two or more misdemeanors in the US.

Is Honduras TPS still active?

DHS published a notice terminating the TPS designation for Honduras on July 8, 2025 (Federal Register document 2025-12621), and court cases have affected the timing. Because the situation can change, get a review of your specific case before relying on a Honduras TPS document, and ask about other options that may apply to you.

How does TPS affect my ability to get a driver's license in Georgia?

Georgia law allows TPS holders to obtain driver's licenses using their valid EAD and I-94 as proof of lawful status. Keeping your EAD current is essential to maintaining your Georgia driver's license.

Can I apply for TPS if I entered illegally?

Yes. The method of entry does not disqualify a person from TPS eligibility, as long as all other eligibility requirements are met, including continuous residence and physical presence from the applicable dates.

If Honduras TPS ends, what are my options?

If TPS ends, you would need another immigration basis to remain legally. Options include family petitions, employer sponsorship, asylum, U visa, VAWA, or other relief. We encourage all TPS holders to explore permanent options now.

Applicable Laws

INA § 244 / 8 U.S.C. § 1254aEstablishes Temporary Protected Status, defines eligibility requirements, and sets out registration, employment authorization, and redesignation procedures for nationals of designated countries.

8 CFR § 244.2Regulatory eligibility criteria for TPS, including continuous residence, continuous physical presence, and inadmissibility bars disqualifying applicants from TPS benefits.

8 CFR § 244.17Re-registration requirements for existing TPS beneficiaries, including required forms, documentation, and the obligation to re-register during each extension period.

Ramos v. Nielsen, 336 F. Supp. 3d 1075 (N.D. Cal. 2018)Class action over TPS terminations for El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua and Sudan; the October 2018 preliminary injunction was vacated by a Ninth Circuit panel in 2020 (975 F.3d 872), that panel opinion was later vacated for rehearing en banc, and the appeal was voluntarily dismissed in 2023. Honduras and Nepal were added by an amended complaint in August 2023.