🇺🇸✈️ U.S. Warns Nigerians: No More Birth Tourism Visas – Embassy Issues Direct Advisory

Mati Lio
Aug 7
3 min read

Updated: Aug 12

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has issued a direct warning: traveling to the United States primarily to give birth for citizenship purposes is grounds for visa denial. The advisory was posted on July 28, 2025, via the Mission’s official X (formerly Twitter) account and comes amid growing global scrutiny over “birth tourism” and its potential misuse—particularly by Nigerians.

---

🚨 What the U.S. Embassy Actually Said

According to the official statement posted on X:

“Using your visa to travel for the primary purpose of giving birth in the United States so that your child will have U.S. citizenship is not permitted. Consular officers will deny your visa application if they have reason to believe this is your intent.”

This message reflects a clear no‑tolerance policy for visa applications suspected of being motivated by birth tourism.

📊 Why It Matters to Nigerians

Nigeria is one of the top countries whose citizens pursue “birthright citizenship” by traveling to the U.S.

An estimated 33,000 Nigerian women travel yearly to the U.S. on B‑2 visas to give birth, often seeking citizenship for their children .

Under the 14th Amendment, birth on U.S. soil typically grants citizenship.

But intent matters: misrepresenting your travel purpose can lead to:

❌ Visa denial

❌ Revocation of valid visas

❌ Permanent ineligibility to enter the U.S.

---

🛑 Nigerian Authorities React

In response, Nigeria’s Immigration Service has advised citizens to avoid visa misuse, warning that:

The U.S. holds full discretion to screen and deny visa applications.

Misuse damages Nigeria’s global reputation and may trigger broader diplomatic repercussions.

Subscribe for More Updates

💬 What You Need to Know Before Booking That Flight

If you are:

Pregnant and planning to travel

Hoping to give birth in the U.S.

Applying for a tourist visa

👉 Be aware:

Visa officers are trained to detect birth tourism intent.

They may ask for:

*Medical records

*Proof of sufficient funds

*Travel intent documentation

Any false or misleading statements during the interview may severely damage your future eligibility.

---

🌍 The Bigger Picture: A Global Crackdown

This advisory is part of wider U.S. efforts to tighten immigration control:

In early 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order seeking to limit birthright citizenship for children born to non-citizen or non-permanent residents.

Although courts have blocked some of it, enforcement policies remain more stringent than ever, especially toward suspected birth tourism cases.

---

📣 Final Word From Mati Lio

As immigration regulations evolve, transparency and adherence to rules are essential. If traveling during pregnancy, consult professionals and disclose all travel intentions. Misrepresentation may bring temporary benefit—but carries long-term consequences.

---

🧾 Disclaimer

This post is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Readers should consult official U.S. embassy sources or licensed immigration lawyers for personalized guidance.

---

📢 Need Help with Your Study Abroad Dream or Academic Writing Tasks?

Whether you need help with searching for scholarships and schools to study abroad, admission application guidance, crafting your admission essays, Statement of Purpose (SOP) or Personal Statement, research proposals, or any academic documents—I'm here to support you.

💬 Enjoy a FREE 30-minute consultation on any of my available services to get started with confidence!

👉 Explore my Study Abroad and Academic Writing Support Services as well as insightful blog posts now at Different Shades of Life With Mati Lio.