Deportation (removal) is the act and process of formally removing foreign nationals from one country and returning them to their country of origin. The United States will deport foreign nationals if they violate U.S. immigration law.
To report someone you think may be in the USA illegally, use this online form or call 1-866-347-2423 (in the U.S., Mexico, or Canada) or 1-802-872-6199 (from other countries).
After the deportation process begins:
An Immigration Court in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) hears the related case.
If a judge rules that the deportation proceed, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carries out a removal order.
You may appeal certain deportation rulings. Seek legal advice before making an appeal; there are nonprofit organizations that can help. Contact USCIS if you have questions about filing an appeal.
Apply for Readmission After Deportation or Removal
If you are deported, you may be able to apply for readmission. Contact USCIS for more information about applying for readmission after deportation.
You can locate someone who is currently detained for possible violation of immigration laws or who was released within the last 60 days, by using the Online Detainee Locator System or by getting in touch with one of the field offices of the Office of Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO).
For information or matters pertaining to the status of a particular court case, contact the Immigration Court.
If you're looking for a person held in a federal prison for a reason not related to illegal immigration, use the prisoner locator run by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Avoid Deportation If You Were Brought to the U.S. As a Child
If someone brought you to the U.S. as a child and you do not have legal U.S. resident or immigration status, you may be eligible to request a two-year delay (deferral) in any action against you by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
The USCIS often recommends that applicants in complicated matters request legal assistance. You can also contact a USCIS office directly for assistance with basic questions.