Foreign Visitors May Soon Be Forced to Pay $15,000 Entry Bond Under New Visa Crackdown
by Jim Hᴏft Aug. 4, 2025 2:00 pm327 Comments
The U.S. State Department is set to roll out a 12‑month “visa bond” pilot program requiring some foreign tourists and business travelers to post bond amounts of $5,000, $10,000, or up to $15,000 before even stepping foot in America, according to AP News.
The regulation is expected to take effect August 20, 2025, with final details published in the Federal Register 15 days beforehand, consistent with federal notice rules.
The policy promises a full refund, with interest, only if travelers exit the country on time and via designated ports. Otherwise, the bond is forfeited to the Treasury, ostensibly to offset illegal-immigration enforcement costs.
According to AP News, most adult applicants will likely be asked for $10,000, while children may be charged $5,000 unless specifically flagged as higher‑risk, in which case the maximum applies.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/08/foreign-visitors-may-soon-be-forced-pay-15000/
