MEA: Over 24,600 Indians Deported Across 81 Countries in 2025

New figures from the Ministry of External Affairs, placed in the Rajya Sabha, show that more than 24,600 Indians were deported in 2025 across 81 countries. The data highlights strong immigration enforcement trends across the Gulf, the United States, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Saudi Arabia recorded the highest deportations

Saudi Arabia deported over 11,000 Indians, making it the country with the highest number of deportations in 2025.

US deportations reached a five-year high

The United States deported about 3,800 Indians. This is the highest US deportation count in the last five years.

Most deportations took place from:

• Washington DC – 3,414 cases
• Houston – 234 cases

Other notable deportation numbers

Country	Indians Deported
Myanmar	1,591
Malaysia	1,485
UAE	1,469
Bahrain	764
Thailand	481
Cambodia	305

Key reasons in Gulf nations

According to the report, many deportations in Gulf countries were linked to:

• Visa or residency overstays
• Working without valid permits
• Labour law violations

Student deportations

Country	Students Deported
United Kingdom	170
Australia	114
Russia	82
United States	45

The figures underline the growing need for Indian citizens to stay informed about immigration rules, documentation requirements, and student visa compliance in destination countries.

Source: Ministry of External Affairs (Rajya Sabha submission)