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Voluntary Departure

The term Voluntary Departure refers to the departure of an alien or undocumented immigrant from the United States on a voluntary basis. The person leaves the country without waiting for an order of removal issued by an immigration judge in a court of law. Sometimes a hearing is held before the person leaves but not always. A voluntary departure can take place whether or not a hearing is held. When a person leaves on a voluntary basis, he or she is not barred from seeking re-entry to the U.S. after adhering to all the rules for application. But if someone is ordered to leave the country and does not do so within the allotted time period, he or she will be fined and barred for 10 years from seeking relief from deportation.

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  • In 2004 there were 4,000 immigrants whose removals were cancelled after hearings due to exceptional circumstances
  • There is an annual limit of 10,000 asylees who may be granted permanent residency status each year

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