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DHS Terminates 2021 Designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status - Sept. 05, 2025

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The Department of Homeland Security has terminated the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Venezuela that was put in place in 2021. This means Venezuelan nationals currently under TPS protection will lose their legal status and work authorization unless they qualify for another immigration benefit. The termination was posted in the Federal Register on September 5, 2025, and affected individuals should seek legal counsel immediately to understand their options.
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The Department of Homeland Security today posted a Federal Register notice on the termination of the 2021 designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status.

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