US introduces visa bonds of up to $20,000 for 50 countries, is India on the list?
- The United States has introduced visa bonds of up to $20,000 for certain visa applicants from around 50 countries.
- The Department of Homeland Security says the measure is intended to reduce visa overstays and improve compliance with visa rules.
- The bond requirement mainly targets countries with higher visa overstay rates, with the amount varying by applicant.
- It is currently unclear whether Indian citizens are covered, as no official confirmation on India’s inclusion has been issued.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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