Ranjani Srinivasan self-deported from the U.S. recently

Indian student Ranjani Srinivasan left the U.S. on March 11, 2025, using the new CBP Home app after her visa was revoked due to her support for pro-Palestinian protests. This app encourages migrants to self-deport amid a crackdown on illegal immigration. The CBP Home app, launched by the Trump administration, allows individuals to announce their intent to leave the U.S. voluntarily. This differs from voluntary departure, which involves a legal process overseen by an immigration judge and can take longer. Self-deportation is an informal choice made by individuals, while voluntary departure requires court hearings and can be denied based on various factors. Voluntary departure generally offers a better immigration record compared to self-deportation.