A second transit in U.S.A. under the Visa Waiver Program [duplicate]
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I am a British citizen eligible for the Visa Waiver Program. At Christmas, I will be flying from London Heathrow to Bogota, Colombia with a connection through the US in Dallas. As I understand it, I do not need a visa for my connection flight in Dallas.
On the return flight from Bogota to London Heathrow, I also have a connecting flight in Miami. The time period will be within 90 days of my previous transit.
Can I use the VWP to re-enter the USA for my connection, or will I need to apply for a visa?
Best Answer
It should be fine. The 90 days is not relevant because even if the second transit were beyond 90 days it would still be fine as you are going beyond Canada, Mexico, or Caribbean islands, so the 90 days "resets", and you can get a new period of stay.
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Can you travel on the same ESTA twice?
There is no limit on the number of times you may enter the U.S. under either ESTA of a visa. However, if reentering the U.S. using ESTA soon after staying for nearly 90 days, you can expect to be questioned in detail by the immigration officer about the purpose of your visit.Do I need to update my ESTA for a second trip?
As long as you received an ESTA authorization to travel, you do not have to reapply during the validity period. If your ESTA expires while in the United States (U.S.) it will not affect your departure. It is important to PRINT a copy of the document for your records.Is the Visa Waiver Program multiple entry?
Each approved ESTA application generally is valid for two years and allows for multiple visits to the United States within that period without having to apply for another ESTA approval. Travelers whose passports will expire in less than two years will receive an ESTA valid until the passport's expiration date.How often can I travel to the USA under the Visa Waiver Program?
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP), administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in consultation with the State Department, permits citizens of 40 countries to travel to the United States for business or tourism for stays of up to 90 days without a visa.ESTA for Transit Purposes
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Answer 2
Short answer: Most likely no, you do not need a visa
Long answer:
This depends on these circumstances:
- Will the country you are visiting be considered a "territory bordering the US or adjacent islands"? If yes, the 90 day VWP period will include the visit to that country.
- Is ESTA authorization valid during your second entry? This is relevant if the answer to the second question was no.
- Is your second departure within 90 days of the first entry?
Now from your circumstances it sounds like you will not breach the stay limit even if the trip to Colombia is counted towards the 90 days.
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