Trump's $100,000 Green Card Bond Faces Legal Challenges

The Trump administration is proposing a $100,000 bond for some immigrant visa applicants to ensure they are financially self-sufficient.

This bond would be required before obtaining permanent residence and would be returned after becoming a US citizen, which typically takes at least five years.

Immigration lawyers are warning that this proposal may exceed the administration’s authority under existing immigration law and could face legal challenges.

The bond amounts could vary depending on individual circumstances and may be tested through a pilot program involving applicants from a limited number of countries.

Family members may also be allowed to post the bond on an applicant’s behalf.

The proposal is part of the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to tighten legal immigration pathways.