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United States Department of State mandates $5k–$15k bond for B-1/B-2 applicants from 12 countries

→Visa-processing teams must collect $5k–$15k bonds from listed B-1/B-2 applicants

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United States Department of State requires visa applicants from 12 added countries to post tiered bonds of $5,000, $10,000 or $15,000 for B-1 and B-2 visa processing, enforceable from April 2, 2026.
Why it matters
Bond amounts are determined at the visa interview and payment does not guarantee visa issuance. Posted bonds are refundable only if the visa application is rejected, entry does not occur, or the recipient complies with the visa terms.
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  • — Visa-processing teams at United States embassies and consulates must collect and record the required $5,000/$10,000/$15,000 bond at B-1 and B-2 visa interviews for applicants from the newly listed countries starting April 2, 2026 — visa processing will not proceed without the required bond.

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