I have British and South african passports would I qualify for a VWP

I am going on holiday to USA and intend using my British passport. I also have a South African passport and have dual citizenship. Would I be able to get a visa waiver or would I have to get a normal visitors visa?

Best Answer

As a UK citizen, you the VWP method is available to you. Use your UK passport to check in to your flight and present it to the US CBP upon arrival. The fact that you also have South African citizenship will not be relevant. (If for some reason they ask if you have any other citizenships, tell them - but it won't affect anything.)

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Can I have a British and South African passport?

Both South Africa and the United Kingdom allow Dual Nationality. This means that a person can hold nationality (and the passport) of both countries, though you must first obtain permission from South Africa Home Affairs.

Who needs VWP?

Who is required to apply for ESTA? All eligible nationals or citizens of VWP countries who plan to travel to the United States for temporary business or pleasure under VWP are required to receive an authorization through ESTA prior to boarding a U.S.-bound airplane or vessel.

Can dual citizens apply for ESTA?

Dual citizenships must be given in the ESTA. You are not required to have a second valid passport for the country where you hold dual citizenship, but you must enter the country name in the form. You may enter \u201cDOES NOT APPLY\u201d or \u201cDOES NOT EXIST\u201d in the field if you do not have a valid second passport.

Does the UK participate in the Visa Waiver Program?

An EVW lets you visit the UK for up to 6 months for tourism, business, study or medical treatment. If you're visiting for another reason, check if you need a visa instead. You must apply between 3 months and 48 hours before you travel.

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