Saudi Arabia Tops US in Indian Deportations for 2025

• Over 24,600 Indians were deported from 81 countries in 2025, according to MEA figures.
• Saudi Arabia deported over 11,000 Indians, surpassing the US which deported about 3,800.
• US deportations, highest in five years, were attributed to the Trump administration's stricter scrutiny of documents and overstays.
• Common reasons for deportation from Gulf nations include visa overstays, invalid permits, and labor law violations.
• Deportations from Myanmar and Cambodia are often linked to cyber slavery, where Indians are coerced into illegal activities.

Why It Matters: Saudi Arabia led global Indian deportations in 2025, with Gulf nations and cyber slavery hotspots contributing significantly.