TUNIS, May 31 (Xinhua) -- The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Tunisia said on Saturday that it facilitated the voluntary return of 379 undocumented migrants to their countries of origin on Tuesday and Thursday.

According to a statement, the group included 146 individuals from Gambia, 167 from Guinea, and 66 others from Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, and Sierra Leone.

"These actions are part of the Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) programme, carried out by the IOM in close coordination with Tunisian authorities to ensure safe and dignified returns," the statement said.

Since the beginning of 2025, more than 3,500 undocumented migrants have benefited from the program, according to the IOM.

Located in the central Mediterranean, Tunisia is a major departure point for migrants and refugees seeking to reach Europe via dangerous sea crossings. ■