US Terminates Temporary Protected Status for South Sudan
The United States is ending temporary protected status (TPS) for people from South Sudan, a country that has been plagued by political instability and conflict.
The United States has decided to terminate the designation of South Sudan for temporary protected status.
This designation had allowed individuals from South Sudan to remain in the U.S. legally and avoid the ongoing armed conflicts back home.
The effective date for this termination is January 5, as announced by the Department of Homeland Security.The decision was made after consultations with various government agencies.
According to the statement released by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, the conditions in South Sudan no longer meet the legal requirements for TPS.
South Sudanese nationals who use the Customs and Border Protection mobile app to report their departure may be eligible for assistance, including a complimentary plane ticket, a $1,000 exit bonus, and potential future opportunities for legal immigration.This change is significant for people from South Sudan, where political instability remains high and many have sought refuge abroad.
The country continues to struggle with providing basic services due to years of conflict.
South Sudan gained independence from Sudan in 2011 and has been under TPS designation since then, with the status renewed every 18 months.The current situation in South Sudan is concerning as a peace deal intended to end internal conflicts has shown signs of weakness following the arrest of Riek Machar, the First Vice President, on criminal charges.
President Salva Kiir suspended Machar's position to allow for these legal proceedings, including potential treason charges.
The conflict between forces loyal to Kiir and those loyal to Machar has been a significant source of instability.The United States has taken steps in recent years to withdraw protections for immigrants who have been allowed to work and reside legally within its borders.
This includes removing temporary status for individuals from countries such as Venezuela and Haiti, decisions that reflect broader shifts in immigration policies.
The termination of TPS for South Sudan reflects a wider re-evaluation of the conditions under which this protection is granted.
This designation had allowed individuals from South Sudan to remain in the U.S. legally and avoid the ongoing armed conflicts back home.
The effective date for this termination is January 5, as announced by the Department of Homeland Security.The decision was made after consultations with various government agencies.
According to the statement released by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, the conditions in South Sudan no longer meet the legal requirements for TPS.
South Sudanese nationals who use the Customs and Border Protection mobile app to report their departure may be eligible for assistance, including a complimentary plane ticket, a $1,000 exit bonus, and potential future opportunities for legal immigration.This change is significant for people from South Sudan, where political instability remains high and many have sought refuge abroad.
The country continues to struggle with providing basic services due to years of conflict.
South Sudan gained independence from Sudan in 2011 and has been under TPS designation since then, with the status renewed every 18 months.The current situation in South Sudan is concerning as a peace deal intended to end internal conflicts has shown signs of weakness following the arrest of Riek Machar, the First Vice President, on criminal charges.
President Salva Kiir suspended Machar's position to allow for these legal proceedings, including potential treason charges.
The conflict between forces loyal to Kiir and those loyal to Machar has been a significant source of instability.The United States has taken steps in recent years to withdraw protections for immigrants who have been allowed to work and reside legally within its borders.
This includes removing temporary status for individuals from countries such as Venezuela and Haiti, decisions that reflect broader shifts in immigration policies.
The termination of TPS for South Sudan reflects a wider re-evaluation of the conditions under which this protection is granted.
