Visiting multiple US and CA cities - ESTA
I'm traveling to the US for tourism, first to the East Coast, after that to Canada for a weekend, and then back to the US, West Coast. I'm using the ESTA Visa Waiver Program, and they require local contact information.
Do I need to refill the ESTA when traveling back to the US from Canada or is the "old ESTA" valid for this also?
Best Answer
Chose the first because if not allowed entry an your first attempt (East Coast) the second attempt (West Coast) is unlikely to be relevant. Though to be fair I think here is considerable doubt about why this detail is required - and therefore what the "right" answer should be.
See also Do I need to change my ESTA address when visiting the US again?
and Do I need to provide a US contact when applying for an ESTA?
You only need one ESTA for both visits since its function is to qualify you for the Visa Waiver Program and it usually does so for two years at a time (subject to some changes in circumstances - essentially to the Yes/No answers at the end of the ESTA application).
From CBP:
If you obtain a new passport or change your name, gender or country of citizenship, you will be required to apply for a new travel authorization. This is also required if one of your answers to any of the VWP eligibility questions changes. The associated fee of $14 will be charged for each new application.
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Can you enter the US multiple times on an 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.Can I use an ESTA for multiple trips?
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.Do I need a new ESTA for each trip to the US?
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.Can you cross the border with an ESTA?
If you have an approved ESTA when entering the United States at a land border crossing, you will not be required to complete the paper I-94W form, and your entry process is expedited. If you are coming to the United States by air or sea, you DO have to apply for ESTA.The 10 Best Places To Live in California - The Golden State
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