An immigration bond helps to release a foreigner who is put in custody by the immigration department, while they are waiting to appear in court. These bonds can be used only by foreigners who are qualified.
The foreigner should meet the terms of the bond in order for him to be released from immigration custody using immigration bonds.
Immigration-related matters are taken care of by the DHS (Department of Homeland Security) and the ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement). A suspect can be released by the ICE on the basis of personal recognizance where the detainee won’t need to pay for the bond.
If you are a detained foreigner, the conditions for being entitled to an immigration bond including not being an escape or flight risk, not a public threat, not facing serious criminal charges, or without an existing extradition order.
The amount you pay for the bond is decided by a judge from the ICE. What determines the amount you pay for your bond are the following: your immigration status, history of crime, employment status, and family links in the US. You pay more for your immigration bond if you are a flight risk.
A minimum amount of $1500 is required for a delivery bond but it can go up to $10000 or higher based on your risk factor. You only pay $500 for departure type bonds. You can visit this page for more help with immigration bonds.
Don’t just expect the amount to be returned to you soon since might take a year or longer to get it back.
Immigration bond can be in the form of a delivery bond which is the most common of all. If your case requires investigation, then it may last longer. If you use delivery bonds your release from detention will be secured. You are required to attend all the immigration hearings. A delivery bond can free you to be with your family; you should also use this time to consult with an immigration lawyer for your court sessions. Failure to appear for a hearing forfeits the full amount of your delivery bond.
The voluntary departure bond allows a detainee to voluntarily exit the country at his own expense by a specified period. You get full refund of the departure bond the moment you exit the country. If you don’t leave the country, then the bond is forfeited.
A loved one who is in custody with the immigration department can enjoy your company while they have a pending case using immigration bonds. Other forms of bonds do not apply to immigration-related cases.
The condition for the release of a foreigner is custody at the immigration department is that he should attend all court hearings.