Does an ESTA cover a self-employed UK citizen, contracted by an Australian company for US work?

I have been contracted by an Australian-based company to do three weeks' work around the United States. I am a UK citizen, self-employed and will be paid into a UK bank account by said Australian company.

Is this possible to do on an ESTA?

Best Answer

Not legally: working in the US requires a work visa, full stop.

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Can I work in America on an ESTA?

Working in the USA with an ESTA is allowed, provided the traveller does not enter into direct employment with an American company. The traveller is allowed to be paid for the works performed in the USA, as long as the paying party is located outside of the United States.

Can UK citizens apply for ESTA?

British citizens can apply for an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) visa waiver to travel to the United States. The ESTA allows citizens of Great Britain to visit the U.S. for tourism, business, transit, medical and short study purposes without a visa for up to 90 days per visit.

Who qualifies for an ESTA?

Who is eligible to submit an application? You are eligible to apply for admission under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) if you: Intend to enter the United States for 90 days or less for business, pleasure or transit. Have a valid passport lawfully issued to you by a Visa Waiver Program country.

Do UK citizens need an ESTA for USA?

The United Kingdom is just one of the countries beneath the US Visa Waiver Program, that are eligible for a US ESTA. To put it differently, you need an ESTA to go to the US if you are traveling from the UK. But, remember that you must be a British Citizen to apply for this document.

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