US Introduces $5,000 Fee for Migrants Entering Illegally
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The US now charges a $5,000 fee for migrants aged 14+ entering illegally, applied at arrest without granting legal status. Payment doesn't prevent removal and may block future immigration benefits.
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US immigrationillegal entry feemigrant penaltyimmigration policyapprehension fee
The US has introduced a $5,000 apprehension fee for migrants entering the country illegally, applicable nationwide for those aged 14 and above. The penalty applies at the point of arrest, not after a court ruling, and covers recent and long-term entrants. Paying the amount doesn't grant legal status or protection from removal. Those who owe the amount may be blocked from future immigration benefits or lawful entry.
