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U.S. to demand bonds of up to $15,000 for visa applications from 12 more countries

U.S. to demand bonds of up to $15,000 for visa applications from 12 more countries

Summary

The U.S. State Department announced that citizens from 12 more countries will need to pay a bond of up to $15,000 when applying for a visa. The bond is refunded if the visa is denied or if the person follows the visa rules.

Key Facts

  • The change takes effect on April 2.
  • The bond amount can be up to $15,000.
  • Citizens from 12 countries are affected, including Cambodia, Ethiopia, and Georgia.
  • The bond is returned if the visa is denied or used correctly.
  • The U.S. State Department provided details on their website.

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