YOU HAVE RIGHTS!
All people in the US, whether citizen or non-citizen, have certain rights under the US Constitution and other laws.
You have the right to refuse consent for Immigration or the police to search yourself, your car, or your home.
You have the right to speak to an attorney before answering any questions. You may say, “I will remain silent until I speak to an attorney.”
You have the right to remain silent. If you want to exercise that right, you should say it out loud.
You do not have to sign anything that you do not understand.
If you are not a US citizen, you have the right to call the consulate of your home country. Immigration and police must let your consulate visit or speak with you.
You have the right to a copy of all your immigration papers.
Download the full printable "Know Your Rights" guide in your language below:
Download printable Know Your Rights card in your language.
Download this card and save it to your phone. This card can protect you if immigration or the police question you. The card will tell immigration or the police that you are exercising your constitutional rights.
Temporary Protected Status
TPS, or Temporary Protected Status, provides temporary immigration status, protection from deportation, and permission to work in the US.
TPS for Haiti
Ending on August 3, 2O25
(This information is current as of March 6, 2025)
What is the status of TPS for Haiti?
TPS still remains in effect, now until August 3, 2025. This designation is scheduled to be reviewed at least 60 days before expiration, by June 4, 2025.
What Will Happen to My Work Authorization?
TPS-related work authorization remains valid through August 3, 2025. USCIS has also automatically extended work authorization through August 3, 2025 for work permits showing certain original expiration dates which have passed.
TPS for El Salvador
Extended Through September 9, 2026
(This information is current as of February 4, 2025)
Who Is Eligible for Salvadoran TPS?
Current Salvadoran TPS holders who have lived in the U.S. since February 13, 2001, can apply for an extensionof TPS and work authorization.
How Do I Apply for an Extension of TPS?
Salvadorans who currently have TPS must re-register by filing a TPS application (Form I-821), by March 18, 2025 (when the 60-day re-registration window closes).
TPS for Sudan
Extended Through October 19, 2026
(This information is current as of January 10, 2025)
Who Is Eligible for Sudanese TPS?
Current Sudanese TPS holders (who have lived in the U.S. since August 16, 2023) can apply for an extension of TPS and work authorization. The announcement did not expand TPS to include Sudanese who came to the U.S. and have lived here after August 16, 2023.
How Do I Apply for an Extension of TPS?
Sudanese who currently have TPS must apply for an extension (re-register) by filing a TPS application (Form I-821), Applicationfor Temporary Protected Status, by March 18, 2025 (when the 60-day re-registration window closes).
TPS for Ukraine
Extended Through October 19, 2026
(This information is current as of January 10, 2025)
Who Is Eligible for Ukrainian TPS?
Current Ukrainian TPS holders (who have lived in the U.S. since August 16, 2023) can apply for an extension of TPS and work authorization. The announcement did not expand TPS to include Ukrainians who came to the U.S. and have lived here after August 16, 2023.
How Do I Apply for an Extension of TPS?
Ukrainians who currently have TPS must apply for an extension (re-register) by filing a TPS application (Form I-821), Application for Temporary Protected Status, by March 18, 2025 (when the 60-day re-registration window closes).
