Three CARICOM nationals from Jamaica and Belize were scheduled to arrive in Saint Kitts and Nevis on Monday following their transfer from the United States under a migration agreement between the two countries.

In a statement issued Tuesday, the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis said the transfer was conducted under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed with the United States concerning the relocation of certain third-country nationals who are citizens of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states.

According to the government, the three individuals, nationals of Jamaica and Belize, are being transferred due to immigration violations in the United States and not because of criminal convictions.

Authorities said the individuals will undergo standard immigration and security processing upon arrival in Saint Kitts and Nevis and will be granted the legal accommodation ordinarily applicable to CARICOM nationals within the Federation.

The government also sought to reassure the public that national security, immigration and law enforcement agencies were fully engaged in the process.

It added that the United States provided available biographical, medical and criminal background information on the individuals before their transfer.

Officials noted that the arrangement comes at no cost to the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis.

The statement further clarified that the individuals are free to return to their respective home countries at their own discretion, subject to the immigration laws and requirements of those states.

The announcement comes amid wider regional and international discussions surrounding migration management, deportation policies and the treatment of Caribbean nationals within the United States immigration system.

The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis said it remains committed to the responsible management of migration matters, adherence to international obligations and the maintenance of national security and public safety.