Immigration Bond Cash Earns 3% Interest Through March
Published Date: 1/13/2026
Notice
Summary
Starting January 1, 2026, through March 31, 2026, the interest rate on cash held for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement immigration bonds is set at 3%. This affects anyone who deposits money to secure these bonds, ensuring they earn interest up to 3% annually. The rate updates every quarter, so keep an eye out for changes!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
3% Interest on ICE Bond Deposits
If you deposit cash to secure a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) immigration bond, that cash will earn interest at 3.0% per year for the period January 1, 2026 through March 31, 2026.
Quarterly Rate Formula and Limits
Treasury will set the bond interest rate each calendar quarter equal to the lesser of (a) the average bond-equivalent rates on 91-day Treasury bills auctioned during the preceding calendar quarter or (b) 3.0% per annum, but in no case less than zero. The rate therefore updates quarterly and may be below 3.0% if the 91-day T-bill average is lower.
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