🚨 U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Nepali Citizens The U.S. Department of State has introduced stricter visa requirements for Nepali nationals by including Nepal in its “Visa Bond” pilot program. 🗓️ Effective January 21, 2026, applicants for B-1/B-2 (tourist or business) visas may be required to post a refundable security bond ranging from $5,000 to $15,000. The exact amount will be decided by U.S. consular officers during the visa interview, based on the applicant’s individual profile. 💳 The bond must be paid only through the official U.S. government platform, Pay.gov. Authorities have strongly warned applicants not to pay any third-party agents or middlemen for this requirement. ✈️ Strict Travel Restrictions Apply Under the pilot program, travelers will be allowed to enter and exit the United States only through three designated airports: John F. Kennedy International Airport (New York) Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington, D.C.) Boston Logan International Airport (Boston) ⚠️ Bond Forfeiture Rules The full bond amount will be forfeited if a traveler: Uses unauthorized ports of entry or exit Overstays their visa Violates visa conditions, including filing for asylum ✅ The bond will be fully refunded if the traveler complies with all visa terms and departs the U.S. within the authorized period via the approved airports. 🌍 This visa bond program currently applies to 38 countries, including Nepal, as part of a broader U.S. effort to address visa compliance concerns.

🚨 U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Nepali Citizens The U.S. Department of State has introduced stricter visa requirements for Nepali nationals by including Nepal in its “Visa Bond” pilot program. 🗓️ Effective January 21, 2026, applicants for B-1/B-2 (tourist or business) visas may be required to post a refundable security bond ranging from $5,000 to $15,000. The exact amount will be decided by U.S. consular officers during the visa interview, based on the applicant’s individual profile. 💳 The bond must be paid only through the official U.S. government platform, Pay.gov. Authorities have strongly warned applicants not to pay any third-party agents or middlemen for this requirement. ✈️ Strict Travel Restrictions Apply Under the pilot program, travelers will be allowed to enter and exit the United States only through three designated airports: John F. Kennedy International Airport (New York) Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington, D.C.) Boston Logan International Airport (Boston) ⚠️ Bond Forfeiture Rules The full bond amount will be forfeited if a traveler: Uses unauthorized ports of entry or exit Overstays their visa Violates visa conditions, including filing for asylum ✅ The bond will be fully refunded if the traveler complies with all visa terms and departs the U.S. within the authorized period via the approved airports. 🌍 This visa bond program currently applies to 38 countries, including Nepal, as part of a broader U.S. effort to address visa compliance concerns.