Repeated close visits on US Visa Waiver Programme [duplicate]

I recently spent 2 weeks in the US for a friend's wedding and a bit of a holiday. I am a British citizen and travelled with no issues under the vwp.

However, having discovered I am able to take some time away from work I would like to see a bit more of the country and spend some time with friends and relatives and planned a visit of around 80-90 or so days from mid December. I would not be working nor would I go over my 90 days!

I would have proof that I could support myself whist there, proof of a place to stay in England and in the US, proof that I have a job and a car to go back to and also obviously my return ticket.

Do you think I will have any issue getting into the US for my longer trip with it only having been 6 weeks since the trip before? I have been reading horror stories online and it is making me very anxious.

Does anyone know of anyone actually being sent back on the next flight back at border control? Has any one had any issues at border control and what caused those (trip too long or close together??)

Any advice much appreciated as I would hate to pay for a flight and then get turned away! I think I am just being paranoid but thought I would check!

Best Answer

Assuming you are now in England, traveling back there reset your 90 days. Is your ESTA still valid? If so, come on back. You should be able to travel back to the US under the VWP, with your ESTA, and stay for up to 90 days.

You might also want to double check that your I-94 record was updated correctly. You should be able to check it at the US Customs and Border Protection's I-94 verification page.

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How many times can I use the Visa Waiver Program?

There is no limit on the number of times you may enter the U.S. under either ESTA of a visa.

Can I travel twice on the same ESTA?

Your ESTA authorization is generally valid for multiple trips over a period of two years (starting the date that you are approved) or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. As long as you received an ESTA authorization to travel, you do not have to reapply during the validity period.

Is the Visa Waiver Program multiple entry?

Each approved ESTA application generally is valid for two years and allows for multiple visits to the United States within that period without having to apply for another ESTA approval. Travelers whose passports will expire in less than two years will receive an ESTA valid until the passport's expiration date.

Do I need to update ESTA for each trip?

There is no need whatsoever to update your ESTA each time you go to the USA within the two year period it lasts for. It even says this on the application form. The address of your new accommodation will be collected in the Advance Passenger Information everyone has to supply to the airline before travel to the USA.

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