Dhaka, Jan. 26 -- The US Embassy in Bangladesh on Monday shared details on how its 'Visa Bond Pilot Programme'operates.

According to the embassy, after a visa interview, eligible applicants will receive instructions from the consular officer on how to make the payment including a direct link to pay.gov. The bond must be paid within 30 days.

The programme offers a single-entry visa valid for a maximum of three months and the travelers must enter the United States through designated ports of entry.

Upon returning home and meeting all visa conditions - including not working in the US and returning within the authorised period - the bond will be automatically canceled and the payment refunded.

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