Temporary Protected Status for South Sudan Extended Through November 2025

By Joseph & Hall P.C.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of South Sudan through November 3, 2025. This decision provides critical relief to individuals from South Sudan who are currently in the United States and unable to safely return to their home country due to ongoing armed conflict and humanitarian crises.

The extension applies to individuals who have continuously resided in the U.S. since September 4, 2023. Along with this extension, Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) previously issued under South Sudan’s TPS designation will be automatically valid for an additional six months.

Applicants wishing to obtain a new or updated EAD can do so by submitting Form I-765 and paying the required fee. DHS clarified that it was unable to complete a new country conditions review by the required statutory deadline of March 4, 2025. As a result, the automatic six-month extension was triggered under the TPS statute.

This extension offers temporary relief and work authorization for South Sudanese nationals while a more detailed review of the country’s conditions is conducted.