US increases VISA application fees for performing artists by 250%

On April 1st, 2024, the US Department of Homeland Security updated their VISA application fees for immigration for Performing Artists who wish to come to the United States to perform by 250%. This means for a small band of 4 members, and maybe 1 or 2 support personnel, the total cost of applying to come to the USA is in excess of USD $10,000 now.

​On April 1st, 2024, the US Department of Homeland Security updated their VISA application fees for immigration for Performing Artists who wish to come to the United States to perform by 250%. This means for a small band of 4 members, and maybe 1 or 2 support personnel, the total cost of applying to come to the USA is in excess of USD $10,000 now.