US ends temporary protected status for Yemeni refugees, asylum seekers

In February 2026, the U.S. government announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Yemen, impacting approximately 1,400 Yemeni refugees and asylum seekers residing in the country. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem determined that conditions in Yemen no longer warrant the protected status, citing national interest as the reason for the revocation. Yemenis affected by this decision have 60 days to leave the U.S. or face deportation. TPS was initially granted in September 2015 due to ongoing armed conflict in Yemen. Despite the decision, the State Department continues to advise against travel to Yemen, citing terrorism, unrest, and other dangers.

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