Afghanistan, July 17 -- The Trump administration is considering a proposal that would require some applicants for U.S. permanent residency to post a refundable bond of up to $100,000 before receiving a green card, according to U.S. officials.
MSN.com reported on Friday that the proposal, which is being developed by the U.S. State Department, would initially be introduced as a pilot program in a limited number of countries before any broader rollout. The bond amount has not been finalized and could vary depending on individual cases.
State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott said the department is exploring its authority under the Immigration and Nationality Act to require bonds for certain immigrant visa applicants. He said the measure i...