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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- An Arrangement on Return is a bilateral or multilateral instrument under which states agree on procedures for the readmission, repatriation, or return of nationals, refugees, or migrants to their country of origin.
- When and with whom did Bangladesh sign the Arrangement on Return?
- Why have repatriations under the Arrangement failed?
- Which legal principle limits any return arrangement for refugees?
- How does an Arrangement on Return differ from deportation?

[Civil Service & Diplomatic Exams](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/civil-services/glossary)Updated June 22, 2026

An Arrangement on Return is a bilateral or multilateral instrument under which states agree on procedures for the readmission, repatriation, or return of nationals, refugees, or migrants to their country of origin.

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On 23 November 2017, Bangladesh and Myanmar signed the Arrangement on Return of Displaced Persons from Rakhine State, intended to repatriate Rohingya refugees; planned returns in 2018 and 2019 failed as none volunteered.

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