US triples visa bond list, 38 nations face up to $15K fee
The US State Department has nearly tripled the number of countries whose citizens must pay a visa bond of up to $15,000. The new rules, effective 21 January 2026, target 38 nations.
The US State Department has nearly tripled the number of countries whose citizens must pay a visa bond of up to $15,000. The new rules, effective 21 January 2026, target 38 nations.
The Trump administration has expanded its visa bond scheme to 38 countries, requiring travellers to post bonds of up to $15,000. The move makes US visas unaffordable for many.
The Trump administration expands its visa bond programme to 38 countries, requiring payments of up to $15,000. The move makes US visas unaffordable for many. Read the full list of affected nations.
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