In 2024, 479,908 Haitians returned to their country from the Dominican Republic, including 272,713 deportations. October saw the highest expulsions, aligning with the government’s target of expelling 10,000 irregular migrants weekly. Significant migration management efforts, including the DGM’s automation system, were undertaken, indicating a comprehensive approach to immigration control.
The 2024 report from the General Directorate of Migration (DGM) indicates that a total of 479,908 Haitians returned to Haiti in 2024. This includes 272,713 deportations, as well as 167,069 repatriations, with 105,644 classified as voluntary returns. Additionally, 106 foreign nationals from countries such as the United States and Cuba were also expelled from the Dominican Republic.
October 2024 recorded the highest number of expulsions and repatriations, totaling 40,715 Haitians. This figure closely aligned with the government’s goal stated on October 2, 2024, to deport 10,000 irregular migrants each week. However, subsequent months saw a significant decline, with repatriations dropping to 28,703 in November and 25,700 in December.
According to the DGM’s findings, the second phase of the “Intelligent System for the Automation of Interdiction Trucks” was launched. This initiative includes geolocation devices and enhanced security measures at detention facilities, aimed at improving the conditions for migrants while ensuring respect for their human rights.
In 2024, a total of 3,316 operations to control migration status were conducted in collaboration with the Dominican Army and National Police. These efforts underscore the Dominican Republic’s ongoing commitment to manage immigration effectively, targeting unlawful entries and maintaining national security.
The DGM’s report reveals significant migration patterns between Haiti and the Dominican Republic in 2024. With nearly half a million Haitians returning to their homeland, the process involved a mix of deportations and voluntary returns. The measures implemented by the Dominican government to manage migration reflect an ongoing focus on security and humane treatment of migrants during this complex process.
Original Source: www.haitilibre.com
