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US expands visa bond requirement up to $15,000 for selected countries

Applicants must post financial bond for visa approval

Governance Migration
Change
The United States expanded its visa-bond programme requiring applicants from designated countries to post bonds of up to $15,000.
Why it matters
The requirement imposes upfront financial guarantees and conditions for visa compliance, increasing barriers to entry.
Implications
  • — Applicants must secure funds — entry barriers increase
  • — Non-compliance risks bond forfeiture — enforcement strengthened

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