The United States has recently introduced a new $250 visa integrity fee, which will be applied to millions of foreign visitors, including those from Mexico, India, Brazil, and China. This fee is aimed at strengthening visa processes and ensuring the integrity of entry into the country. Travelers arriving at Kennedy Airport in June will be subject to this new requirement.
Under the new policy, all international visitors arriving at the specified airports will be required to pay the $250 fee as part of their visa application process. The fee is set to be collected starting in June, with immediate effect on new applicants. This measure is believed to be part of broader efforts to enhance border security and manage the flow of international visitors.
The introduction of the visa integrity fee has been met with mixed reactions from the travel and tourism industry. While some argue that the fee will help in maintaining the integrity of the visa system, others suggest it may have a significant impact on the ability of travelers to visit the U.S. The new fee is expected to generate substantial revenue for the government while also adding to the financial burden of international visitors.