The US has made it clear that tourist visa applications will be denied if consular officers believe the primary purpose of travel is to give birth in America to secure US citizenship for the child in what is seen as further tightening of the visa vetting procedures.

“US consular officers will deny tourist visa applications if they believe the primary purpose of travel is to give birth in the United States to obtain US citizenship for the child. This is not permitted," a spokesperson for the US Embassy in New Delhi said.

The clarification comes amid a broader recalibration of the US government’s visa screening system. The embassy has also confirmed a significant expansion of social media and online presence reviews across additional visa categories.

Beginning December 15, the State Depar

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