An Indian-origin doctor in San Jose has been investigated for encouraging birth tourism.
Dr. Athiya Javed of San Jose has been the subject of a government investigation over allegations of encouraging birth tourism. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.).
) and Representative Brandon Gill (R-Texas) alleged that Dr. Javid and three other entities were advertising birth tourism on their websites. Letters were sent to Doctors Para T, Pregnancy My Baby Miami, International Maternity Services, and Dr. Athiya Javed requesting documents. Dr. Athiya Javed studied medicine in Hyderabad, India.“The benefits of U.S. citizenship are a unique privilege,” the letter said. “However, since pregnant foreign mothers traveling for this purpose come predominantly from China and Russia, there are concerns that the birth tourism industry creates potential threats to national security and election integrity posed by warring nations that challenge U.S. interests.”“In January 2025, President Trump issued an Executive Order limiting birthright citizenship by restricting citizenship eligibility for children born in the United States to parents who are illegally in the United States or who are lawfully but only temporarily in the country at the time of birth as a visiting alien under the Visa Waiver Program or on a nonimmigrant visa. A federal court issued a preliminary injunction in July 2025 blocking the Executive Order from taking effect, and the Executive Order remains suspended pending a final ruling from Before the letter stated, “the US Supreme Court.”
The allegations against Dr Javed are that her website indicates that the company operates in the field of birth tourism. “Although specific prices for maternity packages are not publicly listed, interested customers should contact the company directly through its online portal or by phone or email for personalized trip planning options, quotes and information on additional fees – including registration costs, extended hospital stays, tests and medical examinations.
In addition to pre- and post-natal care, the company offers pregnant foreign mothers a wide range of services, including logistical support, assistance with temporary housing, and legal advice, provided either directly or through affiliated third-party providers.