ESTA and passport validity period - potential problems?
I am an EU citizen planning to travel to the USA using the ESTA in March 2015. My passport expires on September 16 2015. According to the website I should have passport valid for 6 months although that is waived for many countries.
If I go the first week of March for a couple of days and come back it won't be a problem will it?
Because if we count from March 11 till September 18 it is exactly 6 months. But I am still concerned. Can anybody inform me please in order to avoid any problems and disallowance.
Best Answer
If your planned departure date from the US is March 11, and your passport expires after September 11, then you will satisfy the passport validity requirement. You should have no problem with this aspect of your travel.
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Does ESTA expire with passport?
ESTA expires after two years for all travelers It is determined that ESTA authorization is valid for two years for everybody, with no exceptions. However, if your passport will expire in less than two years, your ESTA also will expire on the same date as your passport.What happens if you stay longer than 90 days on ESTA?
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.What if my ESTA expires during my 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.Why would an ESTA get rejected?
The most common reasons for rejection of ESTA application Had serious criminal records in the past and convicted, therefore under an appeal or discussion. In the past, applied for VISA or ESTA and it had been rejected. In the past, overstayed when visited the US.6 Month Passport Validity Rule | Can I travel with less than 6 months left on my passport?
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