The U.S. government under President Donald Trump has approved a new $250 "visa integrity fee" that will increase the cost of non-immigrant visas starting October 1, 2025. This additional charge will apply to tourists, students, temporary workers, and other visitors requiring visas to enter the United States. The fee is intended as a guarantee that travelers will leave the country after their authorized stay. The total cost of a U.S. visa is expected to rise to approximately $435, depending on the visa type and country of application. For example, in Colombia, the visa application fee could increase by around 1 million pesos. The new fee is part of a broader adjustment in U.S. immigration-related tariffs introduced under Trump's fiscal plan and is expected to affect a wide range of applicants, including Mexican visitors. There are conditions under which the fee may be refundable, provided certain requirements are met. The policy has drawn attention from experts analyzing its implications for travel and migration to the United States.