The DHS is terminating the Biden Program, affecting 210,000 Haitians, with a 30-day notice to leave the U.S. Effective March 25, 2025, work authorizations will also lapse, prioritizing removal for those who remain post-deadline.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the termination of the Conditional Stay, commonly referred to as the “Biden Program.” This program, which permitted eligible individuals to live and work in the United States for two years, has affected approximately 530,000 individuals, including 210,000 Haitians. Other nationalities impacted include 110,000 Cubans, 93,000 Nicaraguans, and 117,000 Venezuelans.
The DHS notice states that the program “are not serving their intended purposes” and conflicts with the Administration’s foreign policy objectives. Official publication of this announcement will occur on March 25, 2025, in the Federal Register. Upon publication, affected individuals will have 30 days to depart the United States unless they have alternative legal protections, such as a pending asylum case.
In addition to the imminent revocation of immigration status, the notice specifies that work authorizations will also be revoked. Consequently, beneficiaries will lose the legal right to employment within the 30-day window. The DHS emphasizes that individuals remaining in the U.S. after this period will be prioritized for removal proceedings.
The termination of the Biden Program by the DHS signifies a critical change for approximately 210,000 Haitians residing in the United States. With just 30 days to leave the country or secure alternative legal status, many face uncertainty regarding their future. The decision reflects the Administration’s efforts to realign immigration policy with foreign policy goals and the need for affected individuals to act swiftly.
Original Source: www.haitilibre.com
