Deportation
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Deportation
Deportation (/ˌdiːpɔːrˈteɪʃən/), also known as forced removal, is the act of formally removing a foreign national from one country and sending them to another, typically their country of origin.
Etymology
The term "deportation" comes from the Latin word deportare, meaning "to carry away". It was first used in English in the early 17th century to refer to the banishment of criminals.
Related Terms
- Expulsion: The act of forcing someone to leave a place, especially a country. This term is often used interchangeably with deportation, but there are subtle differences in legal and political contexts.
- Extradition: The process by which one country surrenders a suspected or convicted criminal to another country. Unlike deportation, extradition involves a legal process and is typically used for individuals who have committed crimes.
- Immigration: The process of individuals moving to a country with the intention of residing there permanently. Deportation is often a consequence for immigrants who violate immigration laws.
- Asylum: A form of protection granted to individuals who have fled their home country due to fear of persecution. Those who are denied asylum may face deportation.
- Repatriation: The process of returning a person to their place of origin or citizenship. This includes the process of returning refugees or military personnel to their place of origin following a war.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Deportation
- Wikipedia's article - Deportation
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