The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has automatically extended the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Lebanon. As a result, TPS-related Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) issued to Lebanese beneficiaries have been automatically extended through November 27, 2026. [1, 2]
EADs bearing a “Card Expires” date of May 27, 2026, remain valid for employment authorization through November 27, 2026. Current beneficiaries are not required to file Form I-821 or pay any additional fees to benefit from this automatic extension. However, beneficiaries must continue to meet all TPS eligibility requirements to maintain their status.[1][2]
SAVE Verification Guidance
The Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program has been updated to reflect these automatic EAD extensions:
- SAVE now recognizes the automatic extension of EADs for TPS beneficiaries from Lebanon.
- When verifying an employee with an EAD category of A12 or C19, SAVE will reflect the extended validity date of November 27, 2026.
- If SAVE does not immediately verify an individual’s status, employers may utilize the free SAVE CaseCheck tool for additional verification.
E-Verify and Form I-9 Instructions
Section 1 (Form I-9):
Employees should enter the extended expiration date of November 27, 2026.
Section 2 (Form I-9):
Employers should list November 27, 2026, as the EAD expiration date. Employers may also refer to USCIS Form I-9 Central for additional guidance and may download and retain compliance alerts in the employee’s file.
E-Verify Cases:
When creating E-Verify cases, employers should enter the extended validity date for affected employees.
For the full regulatory announcement, please review the applicable Federal Register notice. If you have any questions for an immigration attorney, please contact Hector Chichoni.
