Government of the Republic of Liberia

“The Government of the Republic of Liberia agrees not to return any person transferred to Liberia by the Government of the United States of America to their home country or country of former habitual residence until a final decision has been made regarding any pending protection claims,”

Government of the Republic of Liberia · said 2026-08-18 · reported 2026-08-21

Liberian officials stated in a Tuesday statement that they would not repatriate deportees until protection claims were resolved.

“The Government wants to emphasize that those being brought to Liberia are not criminals and are not being prosecuted in any manner under United States or Liberian law. They are being received as guests of the Republic of Liberia,”

Government of the Republic of Liberia · said 2026-08-18 · reported 2026-08-21

Liberian officials emphasized that deportees are not criminals and are being received as guests of Liberia.