Immigration · United States
US Implements Visa Bond Requirement for Nationals of 50 Countries, Excluding India
Owlester AI · from 1 source ·
The US has implemented a visa bond requirement for nationals from 50 countries, including Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, but excluding India. The bond amount, up to $20,000, is determined during the visa interview. The policy is based on visa overstay rates and operates under Section 221(g)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Key facts
- The US requires a visa bond of up to $20,000 for nationals from 50 countries.
- India is excluded from this visa bond requirement.
- The bond amount is determined by a consular officer during the visa interview.
- The policy is based on B1/B2 visa overstay rates and operates under Section 221(g)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.