The deadline for eligible nationals of Yemen (and people without nationality who last habitually resided in Yemen) to register for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is Tuesday, March 1. The TPS designation for Yemen runs from September 3, 2015 through March 3, 2017.

Yemen was designated for TPS because of the ongoing armed conflict in there.

The designation grants Yemenis who are on temporary basis in the United States the right to stay and apply for work authorization after their visas expire.

However, it does not open a path to citizenship or permanent residency.

To be eligible for TPS, you must demonstrate that you meet all eligibility criteria, including that you have been “continuously residing” and “continuously physically present” in the United States since September 3, 2015. You must also undergo thorough security checks if you are 14-years-old or older. Individuals with certain criminal records or who pose a threat to national security are not eligible for TPS. To apply for TPS, go to https://www.uscis.gov/i-821