US Embassy in Tbilisi announces new visa deposit requirement for Georgian citizens

The US Embassy in Tbilisi has announced that, starting 2 April 2026, Georgian citizens applying for B1/B2 visas will be required to pay a deposit of up to $15,000.

During the visa interview, a consular officer will determine whether the applicant meets the visa requirements and provide instructions on how to make the deposit. Applicants are advised not to use third-party websites to pay the deposit and not to make any payment until instructed by a consular officer.

B1/B2 visas for Georgian citizens cannot be issued until the deposit has been paid, and this requirement applies regardless of the location where the application is submitted.