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New US Entry Rules: Bonds and Penalties for Overstaying Visas

This new act requires most nonimmigrant visitors to the U.S. to pay a bond of $5,000 to $50,000. This bond will be automatically forfeited if the individual fails to depart on time. Additionally, those who overstay will face deportation and be ineligible for legal immigration status for several years.
Key points
Most nonimmigrant visitors to the U.S. will be required to pay a bond or cash payment between $5,000 and $50,000.
The bond will be automatically forfeited without appeal if the individual does not leave the U.S. by their authorized departure date.
Individuals who overstay and forfeit their bond will be promptly removed from the U.S. and barred from obtaining any lawful immigration status for 4 to 12 years.
Asylum or withholding of removal applications must be submitted before the authorized stay expires, or the individual becomes ineligible to apply.
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Print number: 119_HR_1837
Sponsor: Rep. Onder, Robert [R-MO-3]
Process start date: 2025-03-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Timely Departure Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1837.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Most nonimmigrant visitors to the U.S. will be required to pay a bond or cash payment between $5,000 and $50,000.
  • The bond will be automatically forfeited without appeal if the individual does not leave the U.S. by their authorized departure date.
  • Individuals who overstay and forfeit their bond will be promptly removed from the U.S. and barred from obtaining any lawful immigration status for 4 to 12 years.
  • Asylum or withholding of removal applications must be submitted before the authorized stay expires, or the individual becomes ineligible to apply.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Onder, Robert [R-MO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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