🇻🇺 U.S. Visa Bond for Vanuatu
What Vanuatu passport holders need to know about the $10,000–$20,000 B1/B2 visa bond — and how to post it without locking up your own cash.
In the program since
Jan 21, 2026
Bond amount
$10,000–$20,000 (set at interview)
Applies to
B-1/B-2 visitor visas
Program status
Permanent (since Aug 3, 2026)
Filed via
Form I-352 · Pay.gov
Travel rule
Commercial airports only
Vanuatu B1/B2 visa statistics
| B1/B2 visas issued, FY2024 | 107 |
| B1/B2 visas issued, FY2025 (Oct–Aug) | 110 |
| Suspected overstay rate, FY2024 | 3.05% |
| Suspected overstay rate, FY2023 | 0.83% |
The Visa Bond Program targets countries with elevated overstay rates or other screening concerns identified by the State Department. Sources: Report of the Visa Office 2024, Monthly NIV Issuances, DHS Entry/Exit Overstay Report FY2024 (B1/B2, air/sea, total suspected rate).
How VisaDeposits helps
- You pass your interview — the consular officer requires a bond and sets the amount before your B1/B2 visa can be issued.
- We post the bond — VisaDeposits acts as the obligor and files your bond via Form I-352 through Pay.gov, typically within two business days.
- You travel — enter and exit by commercial air; the bond is automatically cancelled when you leave on time.
One upfront fee from $1,499 — instead of locking up $10,000–$20,000 of your own money. Apply now →
Frequently asked questions
Does Vanuatu require a U.S. visa bond?›
Yes. Since January 21, 2026, citizens of Vanuatu applying for a B1/B2 visitor visa may be required to post a bond of $10,000, $15,000, or $20,000 before the visa can be issued. The consular officer decides at the interview.
How much is the visa bond for Vanuatu citizens?›
The bond is $10,000, $15,000, or $20,000, set by the consular officer at the interview based on the applicant's circumstances.
When was Vanuatu added to the Visa Bond Program?›
Vanuatu was added on January 21, 2026, in a wave of 25 countries added that day.
Can VisaDeposits post my bond for me?›
Yes, as long as you meet basic requirements. VisaDeposits acts as the obligor and funds your full bond via Form I-352 and Pay.gov, typically within two business days. You pay a one-time service fee from $1,499 instead of locking up the bond amount.
Required to pay a visa deposit?
Apply in two minutes and VisaDeposits places your deposit — your cash stays in your pocket.