Trump-era policy: US Embassy to deny tourist visas for birth tourism

• US embassies will deny tourist visas if the primary purpose is to give birth in the US for the child to obtain citizenship.
• This measure targets "birth tourism," where children born in the US automatically receive citizenship under the 14th Amendment.
• Such actions are considered visa fraud and can lead to legal consequences and future entry bans for parents.
• The policy grants consular officers discretion to reject applications if they suspect birth tourism.

Why It Matters: US visa rules now block birth tourism, affecting children's citizenship.