US Visa Cost Soars: 25 More Nations Face $15,000 Bond Requirement

• Trump administration adds 25 more nations to the visa bond list, bringing the total to 38 countries.
• Passport holders from these countries may now be required to post bonds of up to $15,000 to enter the US.
• The new requirement takes effect January 21, impacting nations primarily in Africa, Latin America, and Asia.
• US officials defend bonds as a measure to prevent visa overstays, though payment doesn't guarantee a visa.
• This move is part of broader efforts to tighten US entry requirements, including in-person interviews and social media checks.

Why It Matters: US tightens entry rules, making visas costlier for 38 nations with new $15,000 bond requirement.