New US Visa Fee: Tourists, Business Travelers Face $250 Charge
A new “visa integrity fee” will be implemented for visitors to the United States, as outlined in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This fee, starting at a minimum of $250, is in addition to existing visa fees and is applicable to all non-immigrant visa holders. While the fee may be reimbursable under certain conditions, details regarding the start date, payment method, and the reimbursement process remain unclear. The U.S. Congressional Budget Office anticipates that the fee, alongside the increase in the I-94 fee, will increase revenues and decrease the deficit by $28.9 billion over the 2025-2034 period. The fee aims to restore integrity to the nation’s immigration system, but the U.S. Travel Association has raised concerns.
John Q. Hosedrinker