Malawi, Zambia tourists among first to face $15,000 U.S. visa bonds
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The State Department is proposing requiring applicants for business and tourist visas to post a bond of up to $15,000 to enter the United States, a move that may make the process unaffordable for many.
Breakdown
- US proposes up to $15,000 bond for some business and tourist visa applicants.
- The requirement targets countries with high overstay rates, including Malawi and Zambia. 14s
- A 12-month pilot program will determine which applicants must post bonds. 19s
- Visa renewal applicants may also face new in-person interview requirements. 41s
- Bond requirements could be waived based on individual circumstances. 55s