On August 25, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Honduras and Nicaragua, with TPS benefits set to expire on September 8, 2025. This decision follows Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem’s determination that conditions in both countries no longer support continued TPS designation.
Conflicting Court Orders and Deadlines
Earlier in August, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a stay in National TPS Alliance v. Noem, temporarily delaying the end of TPS for Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal until November 18, 2025. Despite this order, USCIS updated its country-specific TPS webpages confirming termination dates of September 8, 2025, while E-Verify’s website simultaneously referenced the November 18, 2025 compliance date.
This conflicting guidance has caused significant uncertainty for TPS holders and their employers. USCIS states that Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for TPS beneficiaries from Honduras and Nicaragua will auto-extend only until September 8, 2025, while E-Verify continues to list November 18, 2025, as the effective date.
Employer Responsibilities
Employers must take extra care when reviewing employment authorization:
- E-Verify participants may wish to run a Status Change Report to verify if TPS-based EADs from Honduras and Nicaragua have been flagged for termination.
- Employers not enrolled in E-Verify should carefully review any EAD cards presented by TPS beneficiaries, paying attention to the expiration dates indicated on the USCIS TPS country pages.
- Given the conflicting agency updates, employers are encouraged to monitor the USCIS and E-Verify websites daily for the latest guidance.
Guidance for TPS Holders
TPS beneficiaries from Honduras and Nicaragua should be aware that:
- TPS and related EADs may terminate as early as September 8, 2025.
- Pending litigation could extend eligibility through November 18, 2025, but there is no guarantee.
- Individuals should consult with an immigration attorney immediately to review available options, including potential adjustment of status, family- or employment-based applications, or other humanitarian relief.
Next Steps
Both employers and TPS holders face compliance risks if they rely on outdated information. With DHS termination orders conflicting with pending federal litigation, the safest approach is to prepare for the September 8, 2025 cutoff while monitoring for further updates.
