Unaccompanied Minors Site

ORR Unaccompanied Alien Children Bureau Policy Guide: Section 3

: The majority (roughly 81%) originate from Northern Triangle countries: Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. Unaccompanied Minors

: In fiscal year 2023, the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) cared for approximately 119,000 children. Numbers spiked post-pandemic, exceeding 100,000 annually through FY2024. 2. Federal Care and Placement Process 000 children. Numbers spiked post-pandemic

: A minor (under age 18) who arrives in the U.S. without a parent, legal guardian, or lawful immigration status. Unaccompanied Minors

This report examines the legal definition, care standards, and recent oversight findings regarding Unaccompanied Children (UC) or Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) in the United States as of early 2026. 1. Definition and Demographics