‘We’ll be back, it’s not goodbye’: illegal immigrants as they head back to their countries (opens original article in a new tab)

Illegal immigrants in South Africa are departing ahead of a June 30 deadline, returning to their home countries to regularize their status and plan to return legally.

• Illegal immigrants in South Africa are leaving due to a June 30 deadline set by anti-illegal immigrant groups.
• Many are returning to their home countries to fix their paperwork with the intention of returning legally.
• Undocumented migrants face risks such as bribing police and unstable employment, but some plan to return after obtaining proper documents.