# Federal Register #2026-18958

Administrative Delegation of Authority for Visa Bond Waivers by the State Department

**Buyer:** State Department
**Posted:** September 16, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-18958

This notice from the Department of State outlines an internal administrative change regarding visa bond waivers.
- Government Buyer:
  - Department of State
  - Bureau of Consular Affairs
- No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement opportunity.
- No products or services are requested.
- Key Details:
  - The Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs has delegated authority to waive visa bond requirements to the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs and the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Visa Services.
  - Waivers may be granted for aliens, countries, or categories of aliens, provided such waivers are not contrary to the national interest of the United States.
  - The notice is published in the Federal Register and is strictly administrative, with no acquisition or contracting activity involved.

### Description

This notice announces the delegation of authority related to visa bond waivers by the Department of State. The Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs delegates the authority to waive visa bond requirements for aliens, countries, or categories of aliens when such waivers are not contrary to the national interest of the United States. The delegation is to be exercised by authorized U.S. Officers and is published in the Federal Register. The notice was published on September 16, 2026.

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