My WT stamp on my passport is expiring the same day I enter the US. I have a valid ESTA though. What does this mean?
I have an ESTA valid until 2018 and I am flying to the USA this Wednesday the 25th of January. My WT stamp in my passport is valid from Oct 28 2016 to Jan 25 2017. I haven't been in the USA since Nov 1st 2016.
Will there be any issues for me entering the USA this Wednesday the 25th? Or do they just re-stamp it and start a fresh 90 days?
I was only in the USA a total of 5 days on my last 90 day WT stamp.
Best Answer
Because you left the US, that entry stamp is no longer relevant - you will (usually) be issued a new one on arrival.
If you don't get a stamp (which may happen if you use an APC kiosk, which is likely), assume you got the default 90 days. Or, to be dead certain, you can look up your admission record online
Do note that the admission period remains active if you go to Canada or Mexico for a short visit. It's a system designed to prevent visa runs.
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Do I need a new ESTA if I renew my passport?
You must apply for a new ESTA if you receive a new passport or if you have changed the information in your passport. You also have to pay the associated fees again.Can you travel on ESTA until expiry date?
Your ESTA will usually be valid for a period of two years or until your current passport expires, whichever date comes sooner. Within those two years you are able to use your ESTA for multiple visits to the US as long as you do not stay for longer than the 90 days that are permitted under the terms of an ESTA.How do you know if your ESTA is still valid?
You can check your ESTA expiry date, ESTA validity and retrieve the ESTA number simply by filling out the form using the passport details as well as first and last name of the applicant. Your ESTA status, authorisation number and date of expiry will be provided to you if your application is still valid.How soon can I reenter the USA ESTA?
There is no limit on the number of times you may enter the U.S. under either ESTA of a visa. However, if reentering the U.S. using ESTA soon after staying for nearly 90 days, you can expect to be questioned in detail by the immigration officer about the purpose of your visit.My Passport FINALLY ARRIVED! How Long did it Take to Arrive? - Personal Experience
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