Do I need to inform anyone that I plan to stay on after my week's holiday to America?

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I booked a week's holiday to America to see my boyfriend, but we have since decided that if my visit goes well we would like me to miss my flight home and stay for a couple of months. (Ensuring to return to my home country within the 90 day ESTA limit).

As long as I return within the 90-day limit allowed, will I encounter any problems doing it this way?

Do I need to inform anyone that my stay will be longer than originally planned?



Best Answer

Unless you have a stamp like this (provided by Photographers Direct):

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Which has a date by which you have to leave the country and it's within 1 week of the date of your entry, you are allowed to remain in the country for the full 90 days that are permitted for you by the US Visa Waiver Program. So if you're planning to leave within 90 days it should not be an issue without having to notify anyone.




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How long do you have to leave the US before returning?

There is no set period you must remain outside the USA before returning but: "When traveling to the U.S. with the approved ESTA, you may only stay for up to 90 days at a time - and there should be a reasonable amount of time between visits so that the CBP Officer does not think you are trying to live here.

When can I return to the US after 6 months stay?

Maximum Period of Authorized Stay Therefore, a person who stays for six months and, instead of applying to extend their visit inside the U.S. if they are a visa holder or a Canadian, departs and attempts to return to the U.S. in less than six months from the departure date, will be barred from re-entry for six months.

How long can a visitor stay in the US?

When you enter the U.S., a customs officer will give you authorization to stay in the U.S. for up to six months. If you'd like to stay for longer, you may be able to apply to extend this for up to one year.

How can I stay in US longer than 3 months?

You must apply for a visa (B2 visa) if you want to stay in the U.S. for more than 90 days, no matter what the reason. You must apply for a visa (B1 visa) if you are traveling to the U.S. for employment or business purposes involving remuneration, even if not staying longer than 90 days. 3.



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