USCIS is set to open a new field office in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, beginning September 9, 2026, to handle document verification, fraud investigation, and DNA collection for family-based cases directly in the region.
TPS Ethiopia termination took effect August 18, 2026, ending protected status for Ethiopian nationals under this designation. Employment Authorization Documents with A12 or C19 categories issued to affected beneficiaries are no longer valid as of that date.
A federal court order is keeping Ethiopia TPS and employment authorization valid for current beneficiaries, blocking a termination that had been scheduled for February 2026. EAD extensions remain in effect while litigation continues, but the situation may change as the case develops.
USCIS has updated its SAVE guidance for TPS Ethiopia beneficiaries, confirming that a federal court order keeps their status and work authorization valid while litigation continues. Agencies verifying TPS Ethiopia employment authorization should check USCIS regularly for updates as the case evolves.
