What Lies Behind the $3,000 Offer to Immigrant Children in the U.S.?
It was alleged that the Trump administration offered $3,000 to destitute immigrant children who agreed to voluntarily leave the U.S. The offer reached children up to 5 years old...
Offers Sent via Email
According to Bloomberg Law's October 9, 2026 article, attorneys within the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are sending a $3,000 voluntary separation offer to unaccompanied children via email. It is also noted that some immigration judges explain this option to children during hearings. Immigrant rights groups report receiving notifications that the offers have come up on the docket in various courts across the country.
An Offer Was Also Sent to an 11-Year-Old Child
Michael Lukens, director of the Amica Center for Immigrant Rights, announced that he had also conveyed a $3,000 voluntary separation offer to an 11‑year‑old child he represents. Lukens said ICE attorneys were sending similar offers to other organizations via email.
Last Year the Offer Was $2,500
Management offered $2,500 to unaccompanied immigrant children aged 14 and older for voluntarily leaving the country last year. With the new policy, the amount has risen to $3,000, and it was reported that offers have reached children as young as five. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) also offers $3,000 to eligible individuals for voluntary departure through the CBP Home app.
Response from Migrant Rights Advocates
Acacia Center for Justice Director Shaina Aber said she was concerned that decisions that could force children to abandon asylum applications or other humanitarian protection pathways were being made under pressure. Aber reported receiving notifications that some children were told the offer was one‑time only and were not given sufficient time to consider it. Advocates emphasize that children must understand their legal rights and the long‑term consequences of their decisions.
Family Focus from the Department of Homeland Security
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) did not confirm allegations that payments were made to young children. A DHS spokesperson said the administration's priority is to reunite undocumented migrant children with their families. The Immigration Review Office within the Department of Justice did not immediately respond to Bloomberg Law's request for comment.
Over 16,500 Cases Awaiting in Courts
According to Justice Department data relayed by Bloomberg Law, as of July, immigration courts had more than 16,500 pending cases involving undocumented children. It was also reported that immigration judges had shortened the time allotted for preparing asylum applications or finding attorneys. A prior regulation had instructed that the postponement period in cases of children entering the country without a parent or guardian be limited to 21 days.
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