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United States restricts Bangladeshi travellers.

entry, since 3 Aug 2026 →

As of 15 Oct 2026 · Checked 3 Oct 2026

What they said, in order

1. 3 Aug 2026

   The US made the visa bond permanent for 50 countries including Bangladesh, dropping the $5,000 tier and raising the maximum to $20,000 for B1/B2 applicants. Bangladesh was still on the list in October 2026.

   

   Prothom Alo · 1 Aug 2026 Press

   Bangladesh among 50 countries subject to permanent US visa bond of up to $20,000Open ↗ · en.prothomalo.com

   Dhaka Tribune · 1 Aug 2026 Press

   US makes $20,000 visa bond permanent for BangladeshisOpen ↗ · dhakatribune.com

   Gulf News (IANS) · 3 Oct 2026 Press

   US visa bond of up to $20,000 applies to 50 countries — is India included?Open ↗ · gulfnews.com

2. 21 Jan 2026

   Bangladeshis approved for B1/B2 business or tourist visas must post a refundable bond of up to $15,000. F and M students are exempt.

   Prothom Alo · 20 Jan 2026 Press

   Visa bond not needed for Bangladeshi students studying in US: US EmbassyOpen ↗ · en.prothomalo.com

   The Daily Star · 7 Jan 2026 Press

   US adds Bangladesh to visa bond list; travellers required to deposit up to $15,000Open ↗ · thedailystar.net

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