The United States adopts tough new measures against CBP One beneficiaries.

Although the news is still under development, several CBP One beneficiaries have already confirmed they have been notified in writing.

The United States government has begun sending official notifications to revoke the work permits of thousands of migrants who entered the country through the CBP One program, a measure that marks a drastic tightening of immigration policy under Donald Trump.

The alert was confirmed by letters from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and by journalist Mario Pentón, who said that this is a massive action that has caused a wave of concern.cupaction among the beneficiaries.

Notifications with immediate effect

The letter sent by DHS is titled "Notice of Intent to Revoke Employment Authorization" and explains that the previously granted parole will be terminated seven days after the notification, leaving the beneficiary without a legal basis to work in the country.

The document adds:
“Since your parole has been terminated, you no longer qualify for parole-based employment authorization.”

From that moment on, the affected person has 15 days to present evidence justifying why they should keep their work permit. However, the realistic chances are slim.

Affected: those who did not apply for asylum or change their status

As clarified in the letter, the revocation does not apply to those who have changed their legal immigration status, such as asylum seekers or those who have applied for the Cuban Adjustment Act. However, those who did not take action after entering through CBP One will literally be in an illegal situation once their parole expires.

The letter warns of this in the following text:
“Your status in the United States will be illegal once your parole ends, unless you have obtained another immigration status.”

A measure announced, but denied by many

Journalist Mario Pentón, who has closely followed the issue, explained that this measure is not surprising, although it was widely discredited. “We've been warning for weeks that this would happen. But they told us we were lying, that we wanted to sow fear. Today, the documents confirm the opposite,” he said.

Penton also stated that he received confirmation directly from the White House:
“I asked, and the answer was clear: yes, they're revoking the paroles. This is official.”

Legal and social consequences

In addition to losing their work permits, those who do not respond or lack an alternative legal avenue could be left unprotected and exposed to deportation proceedings. The letter also warns that receiving public benefits such as SNAP or Medicaid after losing their status could be illegal, which would further jeopardize their situation.

Authorities are actively working with state and federal agencies to identify individuals who no longer have valid immigration authorization.

What options are left?

The letter suggests leaving the country on your own or seeking urgent legal advice to explore avenues such as asylum or an adjustment of status application. Otherwise, your immigration status will be revoked. The consequences may include deportation or permanent ineligibility for future visa applications.

This new offensive is part of a package of measures that further toughen Trump's immigration policy. This comes amid a political context in which immigration has once again been placed at the center of the national debate.

What the letter says verbatim

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REVOKE EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION

You previously received an email from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) notifying you that the parole that granted you access to the United States will be canceled 7 days after the date of the notice.

Pursuant to 8 CFR 274a.14(b), DHS intends to revoke your employment authorization in 15 days. Because your parole has been canceled, you no longer qualify for employment authorization as a parole recipient under 8 CFR 274a.12(c)(11).

By this notice, your employment authorization based on a current parole will be revoked effective 13/05/2025, unless you present evidence that contradicts this action and demonstrates that you are still under parole in the United States pursuant to section 212(d)(5)(A) of the INA through the expiration date of your Employment Authorization Document, by uploading such evidence to your USCIS online account by 13/05/2025. See 8 CFR 274a.14(b)(2).

You have 15 days from the date of this notice to present counter-evidence justifying why your employment authorization should not be revoked. The decision will be final and cannot be appealed.

Continuing to work after a final decision to revoke authorization has been issued is unlawful, and DHS actively collaborates with federal, state, and local agencies to notify you of your ineligibility.

Your ability to qualify for federal benefits, including Medicaid, SNAP, and Social Security, has likely also ended. Continued use of these programs after a determination of ineligibility is unlawful if you are no longer on parole. DHS is working with federal, state, and local agencies to notify you of such ineligibility.

You are also advised that any future application for another status in the United States will be illegal once your parole is canceled, unless you leave the country and re-enter under another status.

We recommend that you carefully consider your options and leave the United States on your own. As mentioned above, you can use the CBP Home app on your phone to schedule an outbound flight. If you are from a country whose citizens require a visa to return to the United States, you must use the app. If you are from a country that does not require a visa to return, you can return with your passport.

If you are eligible to enter through other legal immigration pathways, we encourage you to explore those options by visiting your nearest USCIS consulate.

People with change of status after parole

Important: Review this notice if your employment authorization document reflects an employment code other than (c)(11). If you have questions about your status, contact USCIS (uscis.gov/contact-us).