US Tightens Visa Rules for Bangladesh: $15,000 Bond for B1/B2 Visas

• The US Embassy in Dhaka announced new visitor visa rules for Bangladeshi citizens, effective January 21, 2026.
• Bangladeshi travelers receiving B1 (business) and B2 (tourist) visas will be required to deposit a bond of up to $15,000.
• This measure aims to prevent visa rule violations and overstay cases, placing Bangladesh among countries with additional financial scrutiny.
• The bond applies only to new visa applicants from January 21, 2026; existing visa holders are exempt.
• The US Embassy warned against advance payments to third parties, emphasizing that such payments do not guarantee a visa and are non-refundable.

Why It Matters: The US is implementing a $15,000 visa bond for Bangladeshi travelers to curb overstays and rule violations.