Trump Administration Launches Self-Deportation App for Undocumented Immigrants
Techlist Staff
Posted On March 11, 2025
The Trump administration has introduced a new mobile application, CBP Home, designed to allow undocumented immigrants in the U.S. to voluntarily initiate their self-deportation process.
Developed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the app provides an option for individuals to signal their “intent to depart”, potentially allowing them to leave the U.S. and re-enter legally in the future under immigration laws.
A Digital Approach to Deportation
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized that the app offers an opportunity for immigrants to “leave now and self-deport” instead of facing potential arrest, detention, and a long-term reentry ban. She warned that those who fail to depart voluntarily could face forced deportation and restrictions on returning to the U.S.
The launch of CBP Home aligns with former President Donald Trump’s broader immigration policies, aimed at ramping up deportations. This initiative follows concerns that previous removal efforts did not meet expectations, especially compared to deportation figures under the Biden administration.
New Immigration Regulations on the Horizon
Alongside the new app, the Trump administration is set to introduce stricter immigration measures. A new regulation, effective April 11, will require all undocumented immigrants to register with the federal government, failing which they could face fines or imprisonment.
CBP Home replaces the CBP One app, a tool introduced under President Joe Biden, which facilitated legal appointments for migrants at U.S. border crossings. Republican lawmakers had criticized CBP One, arguing that it encouraged mass migration without stringent background checks.
What This Means for Migrants
With CBP One now discontinued under the Trump administration, many migrants with pending appointments are left in uncertainty regarding their next steps. The CBP Home app marks a policy shift toward voluntary exits, reinforcing the administration’s focus on stricter immigration enforcement.
