An Indian family travelling with an infant was refused US visitor visas after the officer questioned them about a trip to China.

The Times of India reported that the officer asked, “Why have you traveled to China?” during the interview.

As is standard, no detailed reason for the refusal was recorded beyond the consular officer’s discretion.

US tourist visa interviews are often just a few minutes, and officers have broad discretion to refuse.

Travel history is one factor officers weigh, and some countries can prompt more scrutiny amid US-China tensions.

The case drew attention because a family on holiday with a young baby would usually be seen as low-risk.

It comes as US visa scrutiny tightens, including new restrictions on birth-tourism facilitators announced in September.

Indian applicants already face long waits and high refusal rates for B1/B2 visitor visas.

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