US may add $100,000 bond to Green Card applicants seeking permanent residence

The US government is considering a $100,000 bond for Green Card applicants.

This measure aims to ensure immigrants are financially self-sufficient and do not burden public programs.

The Trump administration is exploring this long-standing legal authority under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

This proposal follows earlier attempts to impose fees on H-1B visa applications.

Officials stated this policy reduced overstays in pilot programs. ...