Last deadline to renew TPS if you are from Honduras or Nicaragua.

paola vanessa romero rondon
May 26
4 min read

Thousands of migrants from Honduras and Nicaragua who are legally living in the United States must make an important decision before July 5, 2025. That day is the final deadline to renew their TPS (Temporary Protected Status) and remain protected under this program. If they do not complete the process on time, they could lose their work permit and face the risk of deportation.

TPS (Temporary Protected Status) is a U.S. government program that allows people from certain countries to live and work legally in the country when their countries of origin face serious situations such as wars, natural disasters, or humanitarian crises.

In this case, the beneficiaries are citizens of Honduras and Nicaragua who already have this status and were first protected in the 1990s.

¿Until when will TPS be in effect for Honduras and Nicaragua?

According to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), TPS for these countries is in effect until July 5, 2025. This 18-month extension was announced in June 2023 by the Joe Biden administration.

Important: Only individuals who were previously registered and approved for TPS can re-register. New applicants are not accepted.

If you are Honduran or Nicaraguan and already have TPS, you must re-register between November 6, 2023, and July 5, 2025, to maintain your legal status and your work permit.

Steps you must follow:

Complete Form I-821 (Application for Temporary Protected Status).
If you want to renew your work permit, also include Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization).

Submit the forms online or by mail to the corresponding address.

How and Where to Send the Forms:

TPS for Honduras.

Applications may be submitted online through the USCIS website. It is also possible to send the complete package by mail. For Honduran residents in states such as California, Texas, Virginia, New Mexico, or Arizona, printed applications must be sent to the following addresses:

Via United States Postal Service (USPS):
USCIS. Attn: TPS Honduras
P.O. Box 21800
Phoenix, AZ 85036–1800
Via FedEx, UPS o DHL:
USCIS. Attn: TPS Honduras (Box 21800)
2108 E. Elliot Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85284–1806

In other states such as Washington D.C., Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, the forms sent via USPS must go to:

Via USPS
USCIS. Attn: TPS Honduras
P.O. Box 4091
Carol Stream, IL 60197–4091
Via FedEx, UPS o DHL:
USCIS. Attn: TPS Honduras (Box 4091)
2500 Westfield Drive
Elgin, IL 60124–7836

TPS for Nicaraguans

Nicaraguan residents may also submit the form online. In addition, they may send the package to the following addresses:

Via USPS:
USCIS. Attn: TPS Nicaragua
P.O. Box 4413
Chicago, IL 60680–4388
Via FedEx, UPS o DHL:
USCIS. Attn: TPS Nicaragua (Box 4413)
131 S. Dearborn St. 3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60603–5517

To keep TPS active for Honduras or Nicaragua, migrants must meet the following conditions:

Be a citizen of Honduras or Nicaragua (or have habitually resided there).

Have lived in the U.S. since December 30, 1998.

Have been physically present in the U.S. since January 5, 1999.

Have no serious criminal record or multiple misdemeanor convictions.

Important: If you do not submit your application before July 5, 2025, the government may cancel your TPS, which means:

You will no longer be able to work legally.
You may receive a deportation order.

You will lose protection from being removed from the country.

Remember: TPS does not provide a direct path to permanent residency or citizenship. It only protects you temporarily while your country of origin is in crisis.

However, if you meet other requirements, you may apply for:

Asylum.

A Green Card through family, marriage, employment, or other legal categories.

Always consult with an immigration attorney if you wish to explore these options.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the deadline to renew TPS?

July 5, 2025 is the last day to submit your re-registration application.

Can I complete the process online?

Yes. You can do it online at uscis.gov if you have an account.

Can I renew my work permit along with TPS?

Yes. You only need to submit Form I-765 along with your TPS application.

Can I apply for TPS if I have never had it before?

No. Only individuals who were previously registered and approved can re-register.

Fuente: La Nacion

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