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According to a report by NTV Telugu, claims have circulated suggesting that the United States government is implementing a new 'Visa Bond Program' starting August 3, which would require citizens of certain countries to deposit up to $20,000 as a security bond for B-1 business and B-2 tourist visas. The report alleges that this policy is being formalized via a notification in the Federal Register.

However, these claims are inaccurate and lack any basis in official United States immigration policy. The U.S. Department of State has not announced any such bond requirement for visa applicants, and no corresponding notification exists in the Federal Register. This specific narrative has appeared periodically on social media and various news platforms for several years, often targeting Indian and other international travelers with false information regarding visa eligibility and financial requirements.

Official U.S. visa procedures remain unchanged by any such bond program. Travelers are advised to rely exclusively on information provided by the official U.S. Department of State website (travel.state.gov) or their local U.S. Embassy or Consulate for accurate updates regarding visa regulations, fees, and application requirements. The circulation of these claims continues to be identified by immigration experts as a persistent misinformation campaign.