The General Directorate of Migration (DGM) reported this Tuesday that in the month of October 2024 60,961 were deported foreigners in condition irregular.
Of these, 43,148 after being detained in operations throughout the country and 14,970 who took advantage of the voluntary return for not complying with the regulations established by the general law of Migration 285–04.
According to a press release, before October, the month with the highest number was September, when 27,084 people and 16,085 voluntary returns were sent to their country of origin, for a total of 43,169 repatriated.
The goal that was proposed Advice of Defense and National Security starting in October was to repatriate up to 10,000 each week.
In the January-October period, 406,860 have been sent to their countries of origin. foreigners in condition irregular.
The days of detention of foreigners irregular in charge of the General Directorate of Migration (DGM) are carried out with the collaboration of the Armed forcesthe Task Force Quiet City (Cuitran), the National Police and the Public Ministry.
He managing director of MigrationVice Admiral Luis Rafael Lee Ballester (ARD), indicated that from his first day at the head of the institution he has been vigilant that the processes comply with the protocols, with respect for human rights, dignity and integrity of the foreigners interdicted.
Through information shared by MigrationLee Ballester said he has personally made sure that nationals of other countries have food guaranteed and in good condition health and reiterated that he will act in accordance with the norm, so those who have an open process will be verified and subsequently released.
He also promised that operations will be maintained in order to guarantee compliance with the mandate received from the Advice of security and Defense National.
