Since Donald Trump came to power, U.S. immigration policy has undergone changes, including the initiation of the deportation of illegal migrants. The introduction of the visa bond has become part of this new immigration strategy.
The specified list includes countries from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Among them are Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan from Central Asia. For citizens of Kyrgyzstan, this requirement will take effect on January 21, 2026.
Statistics on B1/B2 visas for citizens of Kyrgyzstan
According to information from the U.S. Department of State, from March 2017 to May 2025, a total of 34,888 B1/B2 visas were issued to citizens of Kyrgyzstan.
The number of visas issued has increased each year, except for 2020-2021, when there was a slight decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For example, prior to the pandemic, approximately 1,700 to 1,800 visas were issued annually, and by 2023, this figure had risen to 9,000 to 10,000 visas per year.
Based on the data, it can be concluded that the majority of citizens use B1/B2 visas for short-term business trips and tourist visits to the United States.
Concept of the visa bond
The visa bond is the amount that must be paid when obtaining a B1/B2 visa. The bond amount can be $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000, and its size is determined by the consular officer during the interview.
The bond is collected only if the applicant meets all other requirements for obtaining a visa.
Conditions under which the bond may be refunded:
- The citizen left the U.S. before the visa expired.
- The visa was not used.
- The applicant was denied entry at the border.
Reasons for withholding the bond:
- Exceeding the allowed length of stay.
- Illegal presence in the U.S.
- Filing an application to change immigration status, including a request for asylum.
Restrictions for holders of bonds
Bonds are valid for a single entry within three months and require crossing the border through specific airports:
- Boston (BOS)
- New York (JFK)
- Washington (IAD)
Additionally, U.S. border services may impose a stay limit in the country of no more than 30 days.
