US terminates Temporary Protected Status for Nepal

The US has terminated Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Nepal, initially granted after the 2015 earthquake. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will not extend TPS beyond its June 24 expiration, allowing a 60-day transition period. Approximately 7,000 Nepalis will be required to return to Nepal following the termination, as over 5,500 have already obtained legal permanent residency.