The US Department of State has revoked more than 6,000 visas from foreign nationals found to have engaged in or facilitated birth tourism, the department announced on November 12.
The announcement comes as the Trump administration intensifies its crackdown on the practice and the commercial networks allegedly operating around it.
Birth tourism involves travelling to another country with the intention of giving birth there, allowing the child to acquire citizenship under that country’s laws.
The latest action reflects the administration’s efforts to address activities associated with organising and facilitating such travel.
The Department of State’s announcement did not provide further details on the nationalities of those affected or the specific circumstances behind the individual visa revocations.
The move forms part of the Trump administration’s broader focus on tightening immigration enforcement and targeting networks allegedly involved in birth tourism.