The Mexican government is working to facilitate the return of Mexican migrants who choose to go back to their country.
Last week, officials discussed the possibility of assisting those who want to return to Mexico due to fears of being detained in immigration raids. However, many immigrants own vehicles purchased in the U.S. that they do not want to leave behind.
Mexican officials have been asked whether these individuals could be granted “a kind of license” that would allow them to bring their cars into Mexico and “regularize” them as Mexican vehicles, enabling them to keep the cars permanently.
“It’s a very good idea,” said the Interior Minister.
“I would like the [Mexican] consulates to look into the idea directly,” Rodríguez added.
She also mentioned that the government could explore ways to support Mexicans who wish to bring back furniture and other household items.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration is encouraging undocumented immigrants in the United States to self-deport.
“If immigrants agree to self-deport using DHS’s Home Mobile App, they will receive travel assistance and a US$1,000 bonus upon arrival in their home country,” CNBC reported last week.
The Mexican government is already offering some assistance in border cities to those who want to return to their places of origin. This includes help with transportation and financial support to cover travel expenses.
