Extending the stay in the US On the VWP once in the country
I m travelling to the US in June on the VWP and have a return flight 10 days later but I may want to extend this but still well within the 90 day limit. what are the implications on re entering later in the year if I actually extend once im over there ??
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Travel plans are subject to change, and the CBP know this. Indeed one can even apply for an ESTA with provisional, if not indefinite, plans. If admitted for entry in the US under the Visa Waiver Program, you'll be authorised to stay for a maximum of 90 days. The important thing is not overstaying, rather than extending a provisional travel plan.
When the immigration officer asks you about your plans be honest and you should be fine. Mention that you thought of staying X days when you applied for the ESTA, but are now thinking of staying more than that for whatever reason. As long as the reason is valid for admission under the VWP you should have no problems. Should you be question upon re-visiting the US, the advice is always the same: be honest.
For more information on the VWP and ESTA, see our canonical question on the topic.
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Can VWP extend stay?
If you enter the United States under the Visa Waiver Program, you are not permitted to extend your stay in the United States beyond the initial admission period. You must depart the United States on or before the date on your admission stamp when you entered the United States.How can I extend my stay while in the United States CBP?
If you are eligible to extend your authorized period of stay based on your class of admission, you will need to file an application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status (I-539 Form) with USCIS. You can find additional information at https://www.uscis.gov.What happens if you overstay VWP?
Those who overstay the terms of their entrance on the VWP are automatically deported from the United States.Can you extend an ESTA visa while in the US?
No. Unfortunately, there's no method for extending your ESTA to stay longer. Normally, if a traveler enters the U.S. on a B-1/B-2 visa, for example, and needs to extend their visit, they can file an extension of status petition with USCIS (Form I-539).What is a Visa Overstay? Consequences and Solutions to Over staying a Visa
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