South Africa Joins Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco, Ethiopia, Algeria, and Others in Africa Facing Stricter US Visa Scrutiny as Government Takes New Measures to Prevent Birth Tourism in 2026: Everything You Need to KnowIn 2026, South Africa joins Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco, Ethiopia, Algeria, and other African nations in facing heightened US visa scrutiny as the U.S. government enforces stricter measures aimed at preventing birth tourism. These measures amplify the Biden‑era policy to prevent misuse of B visas for purposes like birth tourism. In 2026, South Africa joins Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco, Ethiopia, Algeria, and others facing stricter U.S. visa scrutiny. New measures aim to prevent birth tourism, leading to longer processing times and more documentation. ConclusionSouth Africa’s inclusion alongside Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco, Ethiopia, Algeria, and others in Africa facing stricter U.S. visa scrutiny underscores a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy.

Source: Ethiopian News January 06, 2026 23:10 UTC