Understanding Immigration Bonds

🧾 Types of Immigration Bonds: What They Are and How They Help Detainees Get Released from ICE Custody

Did you know that there are several types of immigration bonds in the U.S. — each designed to help individuals detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regain their freedom while their case moves through the system?

If you or a loved one is facing immigration detention, understanding these bond types is crucial. In many cases, paying an immigration bond is the fastest way to get someone released and back home where they belong.

🔍 The Role of Immigration Bonds

ICE detains individuals who are believed to have violated immigration laws—whether due to overstaying a visa, entering unlawfully, or facing a removal order. As of mid-2023, more than 27,000 individuals were held in ICE detention centers across the U.S. Shockingly, over 60% had no criminal record, making them strong candidates for release through an immigration bond.

Immigration bonds serve as a financial guarantee to ensure that the individual will appear at all immigration court hearings and comply with any legal obligations. Once a bond is paid, the individual can leave detention while awaiting their court dates.

Working with an immigration bond agency can help you navigate the system faster—especially if you’re unsure how to make a payment or can’t afford the full amount upfront.

🧾 Types of Immigration Bonds

Here’s a breakdown of the four main types of immigration bonds available in the U.S.:

1. Delivery Bond

The most common type of immigration bond, a delivery bond allows detainees to be released from ICE custody on the condition that they attend all court proceedings.

Eligibility is based on:

• Lack of serious criminal history

• Low flight risk

• No threat to public safety

Once the case concludes and all hearings are attended, the bond is eligible for a refund.

2. Voluntary Departure Bond

This bond is for individuals who agree to voluntarily leave the U.S. within a specified time. If they exit the country as agreed, the bond is refundable. Those who follow this route may avoid future re-entry bans associated with deportation.

3. Order of Supervision Bond

This bond is granted to individuals who are not yet subject to final deportation, but are required to check in regularly with ICE or meet other release conditions. It allows ICE to track a detainee’s whereabouts until their case is resolved.

4. Public Charge Bond

A public charge bond may be required when an individual is considered at risk of becoming dependent on public aid. This bond assures the government that the person will not use prohibited public benefits such as food stamps or welfare.

💡 How to Pay an Immigration Bond

To pay an immigration bond, the detainee’s loved one or sponsor must make the payment at an ICE ERO (Enforcement and Removal Operations) office. However, the process involves:

• Scheduling an appointment

• Obtaining a certified cashier’s check

• Submitting original identification documents

This process can be overwhelming—especially when combined with the stress of detention and legal uncertainty. That’s why many families turn to experienced immigration bond agencies to manage the process.

Want to see how much the bond might cost? Use our free bond calculator to get an estimate based on your loved one’s case.

🤝 Work With a Trusted Immigration Bond Company

At Amistad Bail and Immigration Bonds, we’ve helped thousands of families reunite with loved ones being held in ICE custody. Whether you need help understanding bond eligibility or don’t have the full bond amount, our experienced agents are here to support you—nationwide.

We can post bonds quickly, handle all the paperwork, and offer cash or property collateral options to make the process more affordable.

📞 Call us at (800) 537-0645 or contact our team to start the release process today.