The looming threat of deportation back to Cuba is a persistent fear for countless Cuban migrants who have established their lives abroad. Recently, a young Cuban, through a TikTok video on his profile @hiranmoya, shared his apprehensions about this possibility, sparking a wave of reactions among internet users.
In the video, which was posted by Hiran Moya on TikTok, the young man humorously yet worriedly states, "My fear is being sent back to Cuba, and then people greeting you with 'qué bolá asere.' And you respond in English."
He further elaborates that his concern isn't merely about the language barrier but also about the harsh realities of life in Cuba: "I don't want to speak Spanish and Cuban again, I just don't. And my other fear is being sent back and being told: there's no sugar, no chicken, no eggs, and they've swapped out fish for air."
The video has prompted a flood of comments, with many users resonating with his sentiments. Some expressed their fears about the situation in Cuba with sarcasm, while others spoke from a place of sadness and desperation. "I don't know whether to laugh or cry," one user remarked, while another added, "My fear is losing my freedom again."
A third user expressed their distress at the thought of returning to the island after several years abroad: "Oh God!! It's all our fear, I can't imagine going back after six years here; I’d rather go to Haiti, but back to Cuba? Noooooo please."
Deportation Concerns Amid Tightening Immigration Policies
The topic of Cuban deportation has become increasingly prevalent, particularly with the tightening of immigration policies in the United States and other host countries. The uncertainty about the future and the harsh living conditions on the island make this fear not just an individual concern but a sentiment shared by many.
The viral response to the video highlights the anxiety and dilemma faced by thousands of Cubans who, after building a life abroad, fear being forced back to a reality they find unbearable.
Understanding Cuban Deportation Fears
Why do Cuban migrants fear deportation?
Cuban migrants fear deportation due to the challenging living conditions and lack of freedoms in Cuba, which they have worked hard to escape.
How have immigration policies affected Cuban migrants?
Tightened immigration policies in countries like the United States have increased the risk of deportation for Cuban migrants, creating uncertainty and fear about their future.