ESTA 90 day start date

I am a U.K citizen travelling the US within a three month time frame. When completing my application for the VWP when does the ninety day period begin? From the moment I get confirmation? Or just soon as I enter the country?

Best Answer

Your 90 days period begins as you enter the country. Note that the immigration officer has the possibility to grant you less than 90 days if she/he feels that this is appropriate. So make sure that you mention during your interview that you need the full 90 days, and be prepared to show proof that you have the financial means to support you during your stay. They are more likely to ask for that when it come to longer stays.

The VWP ESTA is valid for two years and it only needs to be valid for entering the country, not for the complete duration of your stay.

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Is ESTA 90 days in a year?

ESTA is required for foreign nationals visiting the U.S. for up to 90 days for sightseeing or other purposes, and they must complete the ESTA application process prior to boarding their U.S.-bound flight or vessel. A visa, on the other hand, is required for stays of longer than 90 days.

How do I reset my ESTA 90 days?

Where must you travel to in order to before returning on an ESTA to get a new 90 days? You must leave the whole North American region completely to reset this. You can't just pop to Canada or Mexico to try and reset the 90-day counter.

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

Exceed the 90 days provided by ESTA For travelers looking to stay in the United States for this period of time, it is easy to interpret the 90 days as approximately 3 months; this causes some people to book the return flight exactly 3 months after the outbound flight.

Can I apply for ESTA after 90 days?

If you plan to stay longer than 90 days, you must obtain a visa at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. If you obtain a new passport or change your name, gender or country of citizenship, you will be required to apply for a new travel authorization.

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