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4mo ago

Illegal Immigration by Indian Nationals at US-Canada Border Surges to Record Levels

Over 43,000 Indian nationals attempted illegal crossings in fiscal 2024, prompting renewed focus on border security by the incoming Trump administration and Canadian government.

Overview

  • Indian nationals accounted for 22% of all illegal crossings at the US-Canada border in fiscal 2024, with 43,764 apprehended by US border authorities.
  • The number of Indian nationals attempting illegal crossings has sharply increased over the past three years, rising from 17,331 in 2022 to nearly 44,000 in 2024.
  • Experts attribute this trend to shorter Canadian visa processing times and a less fortified US-Canada border compared to the southern border with Mexico.
  • President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discussed border security during a recent meeting, alongside trade and energy issues.
  • The rise in Indian migration through Canada is linked to economic motives, with many migrants originating from Punjab and seeking asylum in the US at high rates.