Immigration Bond Payment Options
If you already know the amount, Amistad can help you pay your immigration bond. We explain the costs and requirements, prepare the documents, and submit the bond electronically through ICE eBonds. You can use cash or qualifying property as collateral without handling the process on your own. You also have the option to pay the full amount directly to ICE if you meet the government's requirements.
Reviewed by Paul Nello Romero · Updated August 21, 2026
Options for Paying the Bond
With Amistad, we handle the documents and electronic submission. If you meet the government's requirements, you can also pay the full amount directly to ICE. Here's what changes with each option.
Bond Through Amistad
We handle everything: we prepare the documents, submit the bond electronically through ICE eBonds, and communicate with DHS during the process. You can use cash or qualifying property as collateral.
Pay ICE Directly
If you meet the government's requirements and have the full amount available, you can pay ICE directly. In this case you handle the process on your own and don't pay Amistad's premium or application fee.
What Can You Use as Collateral with Amistad?
If you choose a bond through Amistad, you can use cash or qualifying property as collateral.
Cash Collateral
You provide cash equal to the bond amount as collateral. We handle the documents and electronic submission.
Property as Collateral
Use qualifying property as collateral instead of depositing the full amount in cash.
Cash or Property: Which Works for You?
See the practical differences between the two collateral options.
| Comparison Point | Cash | Property |
|---|---|---|
| Do you need the full amount in cash? | Yes | No |
| Do you need a house? | No | Yes |
| Premium | 2% | 15% |
| Application fee | $100 | $100 |
| Annual charges | $0 | $0 |
No annual charges while the bond is active. Amistad does not charge an annual renewal premium or an annual maintenance fee to keep the bond active.
What Do You Have Available?
Start with what you have available.
I have the full amount in cash
See how cash collateral works with Amistad.
I have a house I could use as collateral
See whether your property can be used as collateral instead of cash.
I'm not sure
Tell us the bond amount and what you have available. We'll explain the options and costs.
Useful Information to Get Started
You don't need everything before talking to us. Start with the information you have.
What Happens After Choosing Amistad?
If you choose a bond through Amistad, we prepare the documents and submit the bond electronically. DHS processes the bond and the detention facility coordinates release.
Payment FAQs
Ready to Move Forward?
Tell us the bond amount and what you have available. We'll explain the costs, collateral options and what you need to get started.