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Extradition vs Deportation vs Repatriation: What’s the Difference?
Aspect Extradition Deportation Repatriation Legal Basis International treaties and agreements Domestic immigration laws Citizenship rights, humanitarian agreements Initiating Authority Foreign government request Host country’s immigration authorities Individual, home country, or international organizations Primary Purpose Criminal prosecution or punishment Enforcement of immigration laws Return to country of citizenship Voluntary/Involuntary Involuntary Involuntary Can be either Court Involvement […]
