New Delhi, Jan. 19 -- The US Embassy in Dhaka has announced that from January 21, 2026, Bangladeshi citizens approved for B1/B2 (business and tourist) visas will be required to post a visa bond ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 before the visa is issued.

The requirement applies only after a visa is approved by a consular officer and does not apply to holders of valid B1/B2 visas issued before January 21, 2026.

-Do not pay before visa interview

-The embassy has issued a strong warning against early or unofficial payments.

-Do not pay any bond before your visa interview

-Paying early does not guarantee visa issuance

-Any payment made before consular approval is non-refundable

-The US government will not refund money paid outside officia...