Federal Court Issues Stay on DHS Decision to Terminate TPS for Ethiopia

Key Point  

• On January 30, 2026, a District Court issued a stay temporarily preventing the termination of Temporary Protected Status for nationals of Ethiopia. 

Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopia  

On January 30, 2026, a U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts issued a stay preventing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from implementing the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Ethiopia. As a result, Ethiopia’s TPS designation remains in place while litigation continues.

Background on TPS for Ethiopia  

On December 13, 2026, DHS published a final notice announcing that Ethiopia’s TPS designation and related benefits would terminate on February 13, 2026.  

DHS noted that it “vehemently disagrees” with the ruling and is coordinating with the Department of Justice to determine next steps.  

Looking Ahead

• Ethiopia’s TPS designation does not terminate on February 13, 2026. 
• TPS beneficiaries from Ethiopia may continue to rely on their existing protections while the stay remains in effect. 
• DHS may issue further guidance depending on the outcome of the litigation. 

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