ICE Bonds Earn 3% Interest: Government's Weird Savings Plan?
Published Date: 7/3/2025
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Summary
Starting July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2025, if you put money down for an ICE immigration bond, you'll earn 3% interest per year on that cash. This update affects anyone who posts these bonds and means your money grows a bit while it’s held. Mark your calendar because this new rate kicks in mid-2025 and lasts for three months.
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3% Interest on ICE Bond Cash
If you put cash down to secure a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) immigration bond, you will earn 3% per year on that cash for the period July 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025. The interest rate applies while ICE holds the deposited money during those three months.
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