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Termination of the Designation of Ethiopia for Temporary Protected Status

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The Department of Homeland Security is terminating Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ethiopia, with the designation expiring on December 12, 2025. The Secretary determined that Ethiopia no longer meets the conditions required for TPS designation after reviewing current country conditions. Ethiopian nationals covered by TPS will lose legal status and work authorization unless they secure alternative immigration relief. Those affected should begin exploring other visa or protection options immediately.
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SourceFed. Register
PublishedDecember 15, 2025

Through this notice, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces that the Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary) is terminating the designation of Ethiopia for Temporary Protected Status. The designation of Ethiopia is set to expire on December 12, 2025. After reviewing country conditions and consulting with appropriate U.S. Government agencies, the Secretary determined that Ethiopia no longer continues to meet the conditions for the designation for Temporary Protected Status. The Se

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