Canada deports 3,323 Indian nationals in first half of 2026

Canada has deported 3,323 Indian nationals during the first six months of 2026, according to data from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). This figure is on track to surpass the previous record set in 2025, when 3,779 Indian nationals were removed.

Indian nationals have emerged as the largest group of deportees in the first half of 2026, overtaking Mexicans. The surge in removals reflects a decisive shift in Canadian immigration policy as the federal government tightens border controls, reduces the number of temporary residents, and aggressively clears backlogs of non-citizens subject to removal orders.

Key drivers behind the increase in deportations include rejected asylum claims, visa overstays, and document fraud. The crackdown has specifically impacted international student pipelines and temporary foreign worker programs. Additionally, the CBSA reports that 7,669 Indian nationals are currently in the