#US State Department

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A balance scale with a U.S. passport and visa deposit documents against Central Asian mountains.

Kyrgyzstan US Visa-Free Regime Review 2026: Retaliation Over $15,000 Bond

Kyrgyzstan signals a potential end to the U.S. visa-free regime after the State Department introduced a $15,000 bond for Kyrgyz travelers. Explore the 2026 diplomatic fallout.

Jan 8, 2026

US Visa stamp and a stack of dollar bills

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The High Price of Entry: 'US Visa Bond Pilot Program 2026' Adds 38 More Countries

The US State Department has expanded the 'US Visa Bond Pilot Program 2026' to 38 more countries. Travelers from Fiji, Nepal, and others may face up to $15,000 in bond deposits.

Jan 7, 2026