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IMMIGRANTS FROM EBOLA COUNTRIES WON’T BE SENT HOME

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Posted on November 21, 2014

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ALICIA A. CALDWELL, Associated Press

U.S. Response to Ebola Crisis Immigrants

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is offering immigrants from the three countries at the center of West Africa’s Ebola crisis protection from deportation and work permits.

Temporary Protected Status Eligibility Details

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services says immigrants living in the country illegally from Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia will be eligible for Temporary Protected Status for up to 18 months.

Application Process and Deadlines Explained

The agency says eligible immigrants can apply for the protection starting Friday through May 20.

Any immigrant from those three countries who was in the United States as of Nov. 19, 2014 is eligible for the protection program.

Key Takeaways

  • The U.S. designated Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone for 18‑month Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
  • Eligible immigrants in the U.S. as of November 19, 2014 can apply for TPS and work permits.
  • Application period runs from November 21, 2014 through May 20, 2015.
  • TPS protects applicants from deportation and allows work authorization, effective Nov. 21, 2014.
  • TPS does not grant permanent residency, only temporary protection and employment rights.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries are covered by this TPS designation?
Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone are designated for Temporary Protected Status due to the Ebola crisis.
Who is eligible to apply?
Immigrants from those three countries who were in the U.S. illegally as of Nov 19, 2014, and continuously present since Nov 21, 2014, may apply.
When is the application window?
Applications open Nov 21, 2014 and close May 20, 2015.
What benefits does TPS provide?
TPS protects recipients from deportation and authorizes work via Employment Authorization Document (EAD) for up to 18 months.
Does TPS lead to permanent residency?
No, TPS is a temporary status that does not provide a path to permanent residency.

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