An immigration bond is a surety bond required for an undocumented immigrant to be released from custody. The purpose of the bond is to financially guarantee that the immigrant will appear for all scheduled court hearings. If the immigrant does not appear, the total amount of the bond will be forfeited to the government.
The Process of Posting an Immigration Bond
The first step in posting an immigration bond is to contact a bail bond company. The bail bond company will contact the ICE office where the immigrant is being held and begin posting the bond.
The bail bond company will need some information from you to start the process, including the name of the detained individual, their alien registration number, and the location of the detention facility. Once the bail bond company has this information, they will begin working on posting the bond.
In most cases, posting an immigration bond is relatively quick and easy. However, there are some instances where it can take longer. For example, if the detained individual is held at a remote location, it may take longer to post the bond. Additionally, if the individual has a criminal history or is deemed a flight risk, it may take longer to post the bond.
If ICE has detained you or someone you know, it’s important to know there is a way to get them released by posting an immigration bond. This surety bond ensures the immigrant will appear for all scheduled court hearings. If they do not appear, the total bond amount will be forfeited to the government. While posting an immigration bond is typically a quick and easy process, there are some instances where it may take longer. Nonetheless, knowing there is a way to get your loved one out of ICE custody and back home with you is important.