- The U.S. State Department has implemented a policy requiring visa applicants from certain countries to post bonds before traveling to the United States.
- This policy now includes an expansion to 12 additional countries.
- Citizens from these countries seeking visas may need to provide bonds of up to $15,000.
- The visa bond requirement serves as a financial guarantee for the applicant’s compliance with visa terms and return to their home country.
- This measure is part of a broader attempt to manage visa compliance and reduce overstays.
- The specific criteria for which applicants must pay the bond and the exact bond amounts can vary and may depend on factors such as the type of visa and applicant profile.
- This expansion signals an increase in U.S. efforts to ensure that those entering the country on visas adhere to the terms of their visit.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/state-department-expands-visa-bond-countries)
