The United States is set to introduce a stricter visa policy starting April 2, expanding its visa bond requirement to cover nationals from 50 countries. This move is part of a broader effort to reduce the number of visitors who overstay their visas, according to a State Department official.
Under the policy introduced during the administration of Donald Trump, applicants from the affected countries will be required to pay a visa bond of up to $15,000 as a condition for entry into the U.S. The bond serves as a financial guarantee to ensure that visitors comply with the terms of their visas, particularly by leaving the country before their authorized stay expires.
Officials explained that this measure is intended to strengthen immigration control and discourage violations of visa rules. The expanded policy reflects ongoing concerns about visa overstays and aims to hold travelers more accountable while safeguarding the integrity of the U.S. immigration system.
