The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced last week the designation of Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status ("TPS") for 18 months due to the conditions there resulting from the Russian military invasion.
 

Individuals eligible for TPS under this designation must have continuously resided in the United States since March 1, 2022. Individuals who attempt to travel to the United States after March 1, 2022, will not be eligible for TPS. Ukraine's 18-month designation will go into effect on the publication date of the forthcoming Federal Registernotice. That notice will provide instructions for applying for TPS and an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). TPS applicants must meet all eligibility requirements and undergo security and background checks.

Please reach out to our Immigration Group chair David Jacobson djacobson@wbny.com. He will be happy to assist any Ukrainian nationals with this application process.