The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on June 25, 2026, that the federal government has the authority to end Temporary Protected Status for individuals from Haiti and Syria. This means the government can now decide when TPS ends for people from these two countries. 

This FAQ answers common questions about what losing TPS could mean for impacted Philadelphians. This includes questions about your immigration status, work authorization, family, and finances. It also points toward legal support   

Every person’s immigration case is unique and different. The rules around TPS can be hard to understand. What applies to one person may not apply to another. If you have TPS or you’re worried about what this ruling means for you, talk to a trusted immigration lawyer or a DOJ-accredited representative. They can look at your case and explain your options. 

Call the Philadelphia Office of Immigrant Affairs at 215-686-0876 if you have questions or need help finding a legal service provider. The call is free and private.  Help is available in your language. 

The information in this document is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Laws and policies can change, and every immigration case is unique. For guidance specific to your situation, please consult a qualified immigration attorney or accredited representative. 

 “To our Haitian brothers and sisters: you are not alone in this. I know this ruling brings real fear and real questions about what comes next for your family, your job, your home. That’s exactly why organizations like ours exist, to walk with you through it. Please don’t try to figure this out by yourself. Call us, talk to a trusted attorney, or call the Office of Immigrant Affairs. Get the facts before you make any decisions.” 

— Josephy Dafils, Executive Director, Haitian Americans United for Change 

 FAQ and Resources   

Every family needs an emergency plan. For immigrant families, that plan should also cover situations related to your immigration status.  

This toolkit is here to help. It covers three key areas:  

• Childcare — what your options are if a parent is detained or unavailable.  

• Legal services — how to find trustworthy immigration attorneys and advocates in your community  

• Your rights — what you need to know about your constitutional rights if you encounter an immigration officer.  

Step-by-Step Family Preparedness Plan  

Find an immigration attorney through AILA’s attorney search tool at: AILA’s Immigrant Attorney Search Tool  

PAIFUP provides merits blind and no cost legal representation to detained immigrants in Pennsylvania facing removal, regardless of criminal history or residency status through referrals from various community organizations. The collaborative is committed to standing by every client through the entire process, from start to finish.    

The Defenders Association of Philadelphia recently started an immigration law practice to ensure noncitizens have the expert legal advocacy they need to protect their rights, futures, and families. Working alongside Defender trial teams, social workers, and mitigation specialists, the ILP identifies immigration risks early and helps shape defense strategies that reduce harm, prevent unnecessary detention or deportation, and keep families together. 

Haitian Americans United for Change – Haitian-American United For Change (HAUC) is a social service organization based in Philadelphia dedicated to supporting new immigrants in their integration process by providing access to English language instruction, workforce training, entrepreneurship development, and essential resources that promote self-sufficiency and long-term success.  

HIAS Pennsylvania – HIAS Pennsylvania supports low-income immigrants of all backgrounds as they build new lives in our community. Through immigration legal services, we work to address their needs, defend their rights, and advocate for their equitable inclusion in American society.  

ACANA – The ACANA Legal & Immigration Services department specializes in immigration law, criminal defense for minor offenses, small business services and non-profit services. However, the majority of the work is immigration work, particularly work in family-based cases (immigration forms), naturalization, asylum, and removal and detention, as well as many dual criminal and immigration matters, refugee resettlement and case management services.