Politicsscore 822·8 metrosupdated 3h ago

US Visa Bond Requirements Made Permanent, Impacting African Nations

The State Department is permanently implementing a visa bond program requiring citizens from 50 countries, primarily in Africa, to post bonds up to $20,000 for U.S. visa applications. Critics argue this imposes a heavy financial burden on individuals seeking to visit family or pursue opportunities in the U.S.

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