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Indian nationals rank high among detainees in US
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) report for FY 2024 reveals that 2,647 Indians were detained in 2024 for immigration violations.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) / Website - ice.gov
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) released its Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report on Dec. 19, highlighting a significant rise in immigration enforcement actions involving Indian nationals.
The data reflects stricter immigration policies and enhanced operational efforts targeting individuals with final removal orders.
Indian nationals rank fourth among countries with the highest number of detainees in ICE custody. Currently, 2,647 Indian citizens are held in U.S. detention facilities. Other detainee count by citizenship is: Mexico: 5,089; Honduras: 2,957 and Guatemala: 2,713.
The report states that in FY 2024, ICE deported 1,529 Indian nationals, a sharp increase from just 292 in FY 2021. In 2021, 292 Indians were deported out of a total of 59,011 deportations, while in 2024, the number rose to 1,529 out of a total of 271,484 deportations.
Over the years, the number of deportations has shown significant fluctuations, with a sharp decline observed between the COVID years 2021 and 2023: 1,616 in FY 2019, 2,312 in FY 2020, 276 in FY 2022, and 370 in FY 2023
Additionally, ICE data till November 2024 shows that 17,940 Indian nationals with final removal orders are on its non-detained docket. These individuals are not in custody but remain monitored and face deportation proceedings.
Apart from immigration enforcement, ICE’s Cultural Property, Arts, and Antiquities (CPAA) program collaborated with India to combat the illegal trafficking of cultural artifacts. This partnership included workshops and highlighted ICE’s broader commitment to protecting global heritage.
The rise in deportations, detentions, and non-detained cases signals a challenging landscape for Indian nationals in the United States. These developments emphasize the importance of informed legal assistance and advocacy to support affected individuals and families.
The report aims to highlight ICE's continued efforts to safeguard national security and public safety through criminal investigations and immigration law enforcement.
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