Nigerians and other African nationals applying for United States (US) business and tourist visas will now be required to deposit up to $20,000 as an entry condition.
The bond will be refunded without interest once the visitor departs the US within the approved timeframe and complies fully with visa conditions.
Failure to adhere to these terms will result in forfeiture of the funds.
The measure, which takes effect on Monday, August 3, 2026, is part of the Visa Bond Pilot Programme originally introduced in August 2025.
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According to US authorities, the decision follows growing concerns over visitors remaining in the country beyond their authorised period of stay, alongside persistent gaps in data sharing and identity verification by certain foreign governments.
The other African nations subject to the updated visa bond policy include:
Benin, Cabo Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania, Senegal,
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