O processo irregular imigratório de brasileiros para os Estados Unidos da América e seus impactos jurídicos e sociais

Abstract

This article analyzes the irregular immigration process of Brazilians to the United States, addressing its main legal and social aspects. The migratory phenomenon, intensified in recent decades, is directly related to the search for better living conditions, economic opportunities, and social stability. However, the adoption of irregular pathways exposes migrants to significant risks, including deportation, inadmissibility, and situations of vulnerability. The research is developed through a bibliographic review, normative analysis, and examination of concrete situations, allowing for an understanding of the different forms of irregular immigration, such as illegal entry, staying beyond the authorized period (overstay), and fraud in the immigration process (misrepresentation). Furthermore, the tension between state sovereignty and the protection of human rights is discussed, as well as the role of illegal networks that exploit the migratory process. It is concluded that irregular immigration constitutes a complex phenomenon, which requires not only control measures but also strategies that consider the dignity of the migrant and the need for more balanced solutions within the scope of migration law.