Applicants must submit biometrics if the applicant is applying or re-registering for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and over 14 years old. Biometrics include a photograph, signature, and/or fingerprints. USCIS will schedule an appointment to go to an Application Support Center (ASC) to have biometrics electronically captured about four to eight weeks after filing Form I-821, Application for Temporary Protected Status.
USCIS will mail a notice with the date, time, and location of the ASC appointment. The applicant must wait to receive this appointment notice before going to the ASC for biometrics processing.
Biometrics are required for identity verification, background checks and the production of an Employment Authorization Document, if requesting one. If the applicant does not go the scheduled ASC appointment, it will delay the processing of the application and he/she could lose the TPS.
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