deportare

Deportare is a verb used in Italian and Romanian that means to deport, or to compel a person to leave a country and return to another jurisdiction. The term comes from the Latin deportare, meaning “to carry away.” In legal and administrative contexts, deportare is associated with official actions taken by state authorities.

In Italian, the related noun is deportazione, while in Romanian the noun is deportare. In English, the corresponding term is deportation, and similar terms exist in many other languages to describe formal removal from a country. The concept generally covers government-ordered removal of a person who is not a citizen, often for immigration violations, criminal offenses, or national security concerns.

Legal processes around deportation vary by country but typically involve some combination of a formal decision by immigration authorities, a review or appeal mechanism, and, in some cases, detention during proceedings. Grounds for deportation can include unauthorized stay, violation of visa terms, criminal convictions, or presenting a public safety or security risk. Some jurisdictions also permit voluntary departure as an alternative to formal deportation, sometimes with different consequences for future entry.

International law provides safeguards such as the principle of non-refoulement, which prohibits returning individuals to places where they face a real risk of persecution. Many countries require due process, access to legal counsel, and the opportunity to challenge removal orders. The specifics of procedures, rights, and remedies differ widely, reflecting a balance between immigration control, human rights protections, and asylum obligations.

See also: expulsion, asylum, non-refoulement, immigration law.