Learn about the different immigration statuses for Afghan nationals in the United States. This webpage also includes information about benefits and services.
Topic: Temporary Protected Status (TPS) (I-821)
American Immigration Lawyers Association: Best Practices and Resources for Representing Operations Allies Welcome Parolees and Afghan Nationals
Read this guide for an overview of the most relevant immigration pathways available to Afghan nationals who left Afghanistan after U.S. troops withdrew from Afghanistan in August 2021.
USAHello: Afghan Status and Benefit Options (دری) (پښتو)
Read about different immigration statuses and the benefits of each.
USAHello: Temporary Protected Status (دری) (پښتو)
Find out who can apply and how to apply for temporary protected status (TPS), and read information on work and travel permits, and other protections under TPS.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: I-821, Application for Temporary Protected Status
Use Form I-821 to apply for Temporary Protected Status if you believe you are an eligible national of a designated country or a person without nationality who last habitually resided in the designated country.
ILSAA: Frequently Asked Questions on Temporary Protected Status for Afghans (دری) (پښتو)
Learn more about eligibility, benefits, and limitations. Know when and where to apply.
VECINA: TPS
Volunteer lawyers can gain an understanding of how to provide legal assistance to those requesting TPS, including an overview of TPS, bars to TPS, how to apply, and tips for filing by mail and online in this course.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: Information for Afghan Nationals (دری) (پښتو)
Read an overview of legal permanent solutions, gain information about employment authorization, learn about humanitarian parole, and more.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: TPS Designated Country: Afghanistan
Learn when to file for TPS, where to file, how to avoid scams, and other immigration options.