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Your first year in America — in your language.

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Every question new arrivals ask, answered the way the community actually talks. All free. HT FR versions where available.

English articles

TPS ended July 27, 2026 — what happens now?

The flagship explainer: what the termination means, what it doesn't, and the questions to bring to an immigration attorney.

Notario fraud: how the scam works and how to spot it

"Notarios" aren't lawyers. How they target Haitians, the red flags, and what real legal help costs.

Know your rights: if police or immigration stop you

What to do, what to say, and what never to sign — plain language, printable cards included.

Getting a driver's license without an SSN

State-by-state: which states don't require a Social Security number, and what to bring instead.

SSN vs ITIN: which one do you need?

The difference, how to apply for each, and what to do while you're still waiting.

Work permits after TPS: what are your options?

Your TPS-based EAD is over — what work pathways remain and how to explore them safely.

Your first steps in the USA: the arrival playbook

The hub article: the first 30 days, step by step, with links to everything else here.

En français

Le TPS a pris fin — et maintenant ?

FR La fin du TPS pour Haïti, expliquée simplement : ce qui a changé et vos prochaines étapes.

L'arnaque des « notarios » : comment la repérer

FR Les « notarios » ne sont pas des avocats. Comment ils ciblent les Haïtiens, et comment se protéger.

SSN ou ITIN : lequel vous faut-il ?

FR La différence, comment faire la demande, et quoi faire en attendant.

Permis de travail après le TPS : quelles options ?

FR Votre permis lié au TPS est terminé — les voies de travail qui restent, en toute sécurité.

An Kreyòl

Fwod notario: kijan yo vòlè lajan Ayisyen

HT "Notario" yo pa avoka. Kijan yo vize Ayisyen, siy danje yo, ak kisa yon vrè avoka koute.

Konnen dwa w: si lapolis oswa imigrasyon kanpe w

HT Sa pou w fè, sa pou w di, ak sa pou w pa janm siyen — an Kreyòl klè.

Not legal advice. These articles are general information only. Immigration law changes often — talk to a licensed immigration attorney about your situation.
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