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Washington halts 600 visas for birth tourism
The U.S. State Department announced the cancellation of over 600 visas for individuals suspected of being involved in what is known as "birth tourism," which involves traveling to the United States primarily to give birth. This move is part of a global campaign to combat the illegal use of visas, where a dedicated task force reviews visa holders' activities and uncovers networks profiting from fake birth arrangements. These networks often act as intermediaries, offering services such as arranging childbirth in America and delaying visa processing, frequently involving document forgery or concealing the true purpose of travel, leading to visa cancellations and entry bans. Among the cases uncovered are instances of misleading authorities about the travel purpose, such as claiming to attend conferences or shopping trips to justify travel, or giving birth during trips without disclosing pregnancy, which can result in sanctions including permanent visa bans. These measures are part of efforts to identify and prevent the exploitation of the visa system, especially amid increasing debate over birth tourism and efforts by the Trump administration to limit the granting of U.S. citizenship based on birthplace.
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