Overview and Significance
Between January and April 2025, there were 43,279 deportation events of Mexicans from the United States, marking a 34.4% reduction compared to the same period in 2024, when 65,951 repatriations were recorded. This figure represents the lowest level since at least 2018, according to data from Mexico’s National Institute of Migration (INM).
Historical Context and Trends
Analyzing the period from 2018 to 2025, 2023 saw the highest number of deportations with 92,609 events. In comparison, 2025 shows a decrease of 53.3%, equating to approximately 49,330 fewer deportations than in 2023. This decline follows a significant increase between 2021 (56,114) and 2023.
Quarterly Fluctuations
During the first quarter of 2025, there has been an upward trend in the number of deportees from February to April. However, figures between these months have been lower than those reported in January.
- January 2025: 14,319 deportations
- February-April 2025: 10,742 deportations (a 25% decrease from January)
The increase from February to April was 21%, rising from 8,872 to 10,742 events.
Demographics
Adult males continued to be the largest group deported from neighboring Mexico, accounting for 35,805 repatriations, or 82.7% of total deportations in the first quarter of 2025.
- Adult females: 4,534 (10.5% of total cases)
- Minors (aged 0-17): 2,940 (2,348 males and 592 females)
By federal entity, Tamaulipas received the most deportees with 12,043 cases, followed by Sonora (7,238), Baja California (6,874), and Chihuahua (5,290). These four border states accounted for over 73% of the national total.
Chiapas (4,215) and Tabasco (2,817) were also significant recipients. Tabasco saw the most substantial increase in deportees, rising from zero in January to 1,560 in April. Similarly, Chiapas increased from zero in January to 2,243 in April.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the main topic of this article? The article discusses a decrease in deportations of Mexican nationals from the United States between January and April 2025.
- How many deportations were reported in early 2025? There were 43,279 deportation events reported between January and April 2025.
- What is the significance of this decrease? This decrease marks the lowest level of deportations since at least 2018 and represents a 34.4% reduction from the same period in 2024.
- Which demographic groups were most affected by these deportations? Adult males constituted the largest group, accounting for 82.7% of total deportations in Q1 2025.
- Which states received the most deportees? Tamaulipas, Sonora, Baja California, and Chihuahua received the highest numbers of deportees, accounting for over 73% of national totals.
- What trends were observed in deportation numbers throughout 2025? There was a general decrease from previous years, with a notable upward trend in February to April 2025.
