What is Self-Deportation? Self-deportation is the act of leaving the U.S. on your own initiative when you’re illegally present. Who’s Illegally Present in the U.S.? If you’re in the U.S. for any period of time — an hour, a month or 50 years — without being admitted or paroled, or for any length of time after your authorized period of stay expires, you’re illegally present. The Immigration and Nationality Act defines whose presence in the U.S. is illegal. ICE enforces this law. Self-Deportation Fact Sheet Self-Deportation Fact Sheet View the Fact Sheet Self-Removal Basics If you’re illegally present in the...