Map Shows 38 Countries Forced To Pay Up To $15,000 US Visa Bonds
Summary
The United States now requires citizens from 38 countries to pay a bond of up to $15,000 when applying for a U.S. temporary business or tourism visa. This policy aims to reduce visa overstays and improve immigration controls. The bond must be paid online and is refundable if the visa is denied or upon lawful departure from the U.S.Key Facts
- The visa bond policy applies to temporary B1/B2 visa applicants from 38 countries.
- Countries include locations in Africa, Latin America, and Asia like Nigeria, Venezuela, and Bangladesh.
- Bond amounts can be $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000.
- The bond policy expands from 13 to 38 countries as of January 21, 2026.
- Payment is made online through U.S. Treasury's Pay.gov.
- U.S. visa applicants must undergo in-person interviews and provide travel and social media history.
- The bond is refunded if the visa is denied or upon proof of lawful U.S. departure.
- Entry and exit must occur at three designated U.S. airports.
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