Zambians Face Financial Hurdles with New U.S. Visa Bond Policy

Zambians Face Financial Hurdles with New U.S. Visa Bond Policy

Zambia's government expresses concern over a new U.S. visa bond policy, requiring up to $15,000, which poses a significant financial burden on citizens. The policy targets countries with high visa overstay rates, affecting trade and relations. The bond is refundable but remains unaffordable for most Zambians.

Zambia concerned by 'financial strain' of new US visa bond

LUSAKA - Zambia's government voiced concern on Friday about the \"unnecessary financial strain\" that would be caused by a new rule requiring its citizens to pay bonds of up to $15,000 to obtain some types of U.S. visas.  Read more at straitstimes.com.

Zambia Concerned by 'Financial Strain' of New US Visa Bond

ZAMBIA RESPONDS TO USA VISA BOND REQUIREMENTS FOR B-1/B-2 APPLICANTS - The Zambian Observer

ZAMBIA RESPONDS TO USA VISA BOND REQUIREMENTS FOR B-1/B-2 APPLICANTS The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has taken note of the recent decision by the Government of the United States of America (USA) to introduce visa bond requirements for certain categories of visa applicants, a measure that may have significant implications for Zambian […] The post ZAMBIA RESPONDS TO USA VISA BOND REQUIREMENTS FOR B-1/B-2 APPLICANTS fi…

Zambia protests US policy imposing high visa bond on its nationals

Zambia has voiced sharp disapproval of a new United States visa rule requiring its citizens to post bonds of up to $15,000. The policy, unveiled on Tuesday, will also apply to Malawi and begins on August 20 as a one-year pilot project. Washington says the measure is aimed at curbing visa overstays, a key focus of President Donald Trump’s tightening immigration agenda. Zambia’s Foreign Minister Mulambo Haimbe warned the move could damage trade, i…