Among the mentioned countries are states from Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and Latin America. In Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan are included in this list. For citizens of Kyrgyzstan, this requirement will come into effect on January 21, 2026.
How many B1/B2 visas do citizens of Kyrgyzstan receive?
According to information from the U.S. Department of State, from March 2017 to May 2025, citizens of Kyrgyzstan made 34,888 applications for B1/B2 visas. The number of visas issued showed a gradual increase, although there was a slight decline in 2020-2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Before the pandemic, an average of about 1,700-1,800 visas were issued per year, and by 2023 this figure increased to 9,000-10,000.
The data indicates that most citizens of Kyrgyzstan use B1/B2 visas for short-term business or tourism trips to the U.S.
What is a visa bond?
A visa bond is an 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 criteria for obtaining the visa.
The conditions for the return of the bond include the following points:
- The citizen left the U.S. before the visa expired.
- The visa was not used.
- The applicant was denied entry at the border.
At the same time, the bond may be withheld in the following cases:
- Exceeding the allowed length of stay.
- Illegal stay in the U.S.
- Applying for a change of immigration status, including a request for asylum.
Restrictions for visa bond holders
Visas with a visa bond allow only one entry within three months and require crossing the border through specific airports, such as:
- Boston (BOS)
- New York (JFK)
- Washington (IAD)
Additionally, U.S. border services have the right to limit the length of stay in the country to 30 days.
