How is the Price of Immigration Bonds Determined?

Unlike various other government agencies, most people do not have experience with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. Because of this, there is a lot of mystery surrounding the arrest, detainment, and bond process. This can cause increased stress when a loved one is arrested and detained by ICE. Many immigrants are eligible to be released through a bond, which alleviates this stress and concern over the immigrant’s well-being. This is because it allows them to return home while their case processes through the court system. Unfortunately, immigration bonds can be expensive which may prevent the release of the immigrants. So, how is the price of immigration bonds determined?

The price of immigration bonds varies widely from one case to the next. This is because the price directly correlates with the amount of risk the agency feels that they are taking by allowing the immigrant to leave their custody. Likewise, the type of immigration bond that the immigrant agrees to can influence the overall cost.

A delivery bond is the most popular form of immigration bond. This bond is essentially like a traditional bail bond within the criminal justice system. The immigrant pays a sum of money as collateral for their cooperation with the court system and then they are able to be released. They must appear at all future court hearings and as requested by ICE. If they fail to cooperate with these terms, they can be arrested once again and placed back in ICE detainment until their case is resolved. Likewise, the person who paid for the immigration bond will lose their money, as some immigration bonds are eligible for refunds after a decision is made by an Immigration Judge (IJ). This type of immigration bond allows the immigrant to remain within the country for the duration of their case but does not affect the final ruling. Typically, the price of immigration bonds in this category starts at $1,500 but can exceed $10,000 or more in some circumstances. 

Another type of immigration bond is known as a departure bond. A departure bond is drastically different from a delivery bond because the immigrant agrees to leave the country. They give up the opportunity to present their case in front of an Immigration Judge (IJ) and usually are given a period of 30-90 days to get their affairs in order before they return to their home country. This option allows them to avoid the possibility of having deportation on their permanent record. As deportation disqualifies immigrants from re-entering the country in the future, agreeing to leave can provide a better chance of re-entry in the future. The price of immigration bonds for departure starts at $500 but like delivery bonds, can exceed several thousands of dollars.

In need of help to pay the price of immigration bonds? Reach out to the experts at US Immigration Bonds today to learn how we can help get your loved one back home fast.