Canada’s deportation drive hits Indians hard: 3,323 sent back so far this year — Inside the sharp rise since 2021
Data released by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) shows that the number of Indians deported between January and June this year has already reached nearly 88% of the 3,779 removals recorded throughout 2025, which was previously the highest annual figure.
Canada has deported 3,323 Indian nationals in the first half of 2026, with the annual total expected to surpass the previous record set in 2025. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reported that Indians accounted for nearly 88% of the 3,779 removals in the country during the first six months of 2026. This surge in deportations comes as Canada tightens its immigration policies and reduces the number of temporary residents, including international students and foreign workers.
Indians were deported for various reasons, such as immigration regulation breaches, failed asylum or refugee claims, overstaying visas, and visa fraud involvement. In 2026, India overtook Mexico as the leading nationality for deportations from Canada, having previously held the second position for five consecutive years. The country saw a significant rise in deportations since 2021, increasing from 603 in 2021 to 2,004 in 2024. As of now, 7,669 Indian nationals are awaiting removal in Canada.
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