The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the termination of all Family Reunification Parole (FRP) programs for nationals of Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, and Honduras, as well as their immediate family members.
The regulation will be officially published in the Federal Register on December 15, 2025, but today DHS released details on how this measure will be implemented and the key dates beneficiaries must keep in mind:
1. Termination Date
Any individual who was authorized to enter the United States under the FRP program and whose parole remains valid on January 14, 2026, will have their parole automatically terminated on that date, unless they qualify for the exception described below.
2. Exception for Those Filing for Adjustment of Status
If the individual files or electronically submits a Form I-485 (Application for Adjustment of Status) no later than December 15, 2025, and the application is still pending on January 14, 2026.
Their authorized stay will remain valid until:
• their parole period expires, or
• USCIS issues a final decision on the I-485, whichever is sooner.
If the I-485 is denied:
The parole period will be terminated, and the individual must leave the United States immediately.
3. Termination of Parole and Employment Authorization
When DHS terminates a person’s parole period, it will also revoke any employment authorization based on that parole. Individuals will receive separate, individualized notices regarding these actions.
Due to the significant impact of this measure, it is essential for each person to evaluate their legal options in advance. If you or a family member is affected by the end of the FRP program, I recommend scheduling a consultation with me, an immigration lawyer in Miami to review your case and explore possible immigration alternatives. As an immigration lawyer in Miami with experience in these matters, I am here to help.