Roseau, Dominica – The latest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) report reveals that 104 Dominicans are on the non-detained docket with final orders of removal, as of November 2024. This comes amid a renewed deportation push by the Trump administration, which has already ramped up enforcement efforts across the country.
While Dominica’s numbers are relatively small compared to other Caribbean nations, the broader regional impact is significant. Haiti tops the Caribbean list with 32,363 deportation cases, followed by the Dominican Republic (12,699), Jamaica (5,120), and Cuba (42,084). Other Eastern Caribbean nations also appear in the report, including Antigua and Barbuda (110), Grenada (149), and St. Lucia (202)【5†source】.
On a global scale, Mexico has the largest number of individuals facing deportation with 252,044 cases, followed by Guatemala (253,413), Honduras (261,651), and El Salvador (203,822). China (37,908), Venezuela (22,749), and India (17,940) also feature prominently【5†source】.
Although Dominica is not listed among countries deemed “at-risk of non-compliance,” some of its regional neighbors, including Jamaica and St. Lucia,have been flagged by ICE for delays in processing deportees. Countries classified as “at-risk” may face diplomatic pressure from the U.S. to speed up deportation proceedings【5†source】.
With the Trump administration deploying 10,000 troops to enhance border security and pushing for faster deportations, Dominica—like many Caribbean nations—must prepare for the reintegration of returning nationals. This includes ensuring access to employment, housing, and social support systems for deportees who may struggle to readjust.
As ICE accelerates its operations, Dominica’s government is expected to assess the implications of these removals and prepare for the potential impact on its citizens. Meanwhile, regional experts stress the importance of a unified Caribbean response to advocate for fair and humane immigration policies while ensuring that returnees receive adequate support.
