Does my ESTA show on their system when going through border control? [duplicate]
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I'm planning to go from the UK to the States. I was wondering how the ESTA works. Is it all online, meaning when arriving in New York, will they see that I have been approved on the system when they scan my passport? Thus letting me in.
Best Answer
Yes. It is all electronic, and the information will be available to the border control officers.
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page just in case there are any questions, and to show the airline you've completed the ESTA process if necessary.
Admission to the United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection officers at the border. An ESTA is required to travel to the United States, but CBP will determine you meet the requirements of the visa waiver program before letting you in. An ESTA does not guarantee admission.
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Can you use an ESTA twice?
An ESTA can be used for multiple entries into the United States. Should an individual find themselves in a situation where they wish to visit the United States repeatedly beyond the 90 days permitted by ESTA, then a B-1 Business Visa or B-2 Tourist Visa may be a more suitable alternative.What do they check on an ESTA?
Their Employment information, including their current or previous employer's name, address, and contact number. (if applicable). The applicant's Point of Contact in the United States (the name, address, and phone number) (if applicable). Birth Location.Is ESTA linked to passport?
An ESTA approval is always linked to a passport and the corresponding passport number. Since your new passport will receive a different passport number, you will need to submit a new ESTA application.Can you cross the border with an ESTA?
If you have an approved ESTA when entering the United States at a land border crossing, you will not be required to complete the paper I-94W form, and your entry process is expedited. If you are coming to the United States by air or sea, you DO have to apply for ESTA.Exodus: I tried to fly to London on a fake passport - BBC News
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Answer 2
You are confusing two concepts, the ESTA and the Visa Waiver Program. The ESTA is an electronic authorization to travel by air or sea to the US. Without that, you can't fly (at least if you're intending to enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program). That's for transportation.
Once you arrive at Immigration, they will (probably) let you in, not because of the ESTA, but because of your passport.
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