Nigerians and other travellers applying for the United States B1/B2 visas may now be required to post visa bonds of up to $15,000 under a new travel restriction introduced by the US State Department.
Visa bonds are financial guarantees demanded by the US government from certain foreign nationals from countries classified as high-risk. The requirement applies to applicants seeking B1/B2 visas for business or tourism purposes and is intended to ensure compliance with US immigration rules.
The development further tightens entry conditions for travellers and comes barely a week after the United States introduced partial travel restrictions affecting Nigeria.
The new measure is expected to impact travel plans for many prospective visitors, as it adds an additional financial burden to the visa application process.
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