The main nationalities affected are Afghan and Cameroonses. This measure would affect 22,000 people.
The National Security Department has ended the work permit (TPS) for more than 22,000 beneficiaries of different nationalities. According to official figures, there are currently about one million people, from 17 countries, living in the United States under the TPS. Among the most affected by this decision are Afghan and Cameroonia citizens, who were the main ones indicated by the Trump administration.
The temporal protection status (TPS) It is a temporary benefit created in 1990 by the United States Congresswhich allows people from certain countries to reside and work in the country. Generally, beneficiaries come from regions affected by natural disasters or civil conflicts. The permit can vary in duration, being 6, 12 or 18 months, depending on the circumstances.
The revocation of the TPS is for People from Afghanistan and Cameroonwhich will affect more than 14,000 Afghan and 8,000 Cameroon. The decision comes after A review of the United States citizenship and immigration service, together with the State Department.
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Criticism by Afghan organizations in the United States
The decision is not only cruel and chaotic, but also undermines everything that USA said when he promised not to abandon his allies. It should be noted that Afghan and Camerooners are not the only immigrants in the Trump administration. Recently, the Republican tried to revoke the protection extension granted by President Biden to Venezuelan citizens.
The steps to obtain work permit
To get a work permit in the United States, you can follow these steps:
- Request a immigration status that allows you to work
- Prepare form I-765
- Pay the presentation rate
- Send your job permit application
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