Analysis
What the official said
“Consular officers may require covered nonimmigrant visa applicants to post a bond of up to $20,000 as a condition of visa issuance, as determined by the consular officers.”
Claimant: Department of State Visa Services Office, Bureau of Consular Affairs
Agency or office: Department of State
Context
Final rule amending 22 CFR part 41 to make permanent a Visa Bond Program under INA section 221(g)(3); describes program purpose, covered applicants, and bond amounts.
Evidence
The cited Federal Register final rule (FR Doc. 2026-15726) explicitly states that consular officers may require covered B-1/B-2 applicants to post a visa bond and specifies an amount of up to $20,000. The provision appears in the Department of State's final rule text amending 22 CFR part 41.