US embassy warns Bangladeshi travellers of strict action

The US Embassy in Dhaka has warned Bangladeshi travellers of strict consequences if they abuse taxpayer-funded public benefits while visiting the United States.

“If you're planning travel to the United States, make sure you have the financial means to pay your own way -- including any travel disruptions or medical emergencies that could arise,” the embassy said in a Facebook post on Monday. 

“Abusing U.S. taxpayer-funded benefits may have permanent consequences that make you ineligible to travel, study, or work in the United States in the future,” it added.