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US visa bond program made permanent
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Latest: US makes $20,000 visa bond permanent for travelers from 50 countries
In late July 2026 the U.S. Department of State issued a final rule making the visa‑bond program permanent, effective 3 August. The rule retains a refundable security deposit tiered at $10,000, $15,000 or $20,000 for B‑1