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How could I have traveled to the US without having my ESTA checked? Is it really needed?
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I'm planning to go from the UK to the States. I was wondering how the ESTA works. Is it all online, meaning when arriving in New York, will they see that I have been approved on the system when they scan my passport? Thus letting me in.
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I'm planning to go from the UK to the States. I was wondering how the ESTA works. Is it all online, meaning when arriving in New York, will they see that I have been approved on the system when they scan my passport? Thus letting me in.
visas usa customs-and-immigration esta us-visa-waiver-program
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You should be aware that ESTA approval only indicates that you are authorized to board an aircraft to travel to the US and apply for entry under the visa waiver program at the immigration counter in the airport. The immigration officer will still evaluate whether you are admissible; ESTA is explicitly not a guarantee of entry.
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:08
@phoog so what is that process like. will the officer just ask questions on the purpose of the trip?
– user67204
Nov 4 '17 at 20:10
Usually, yes, but you should ask that as a separate question (if it hasn't already been asked).
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Nov 4 '17 at 20:12
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How could I have traveled to the US without having my ESTA checked? Is it really needed?
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I'm planning to go from the UK to the States. I was wondering how the ESTA works. Is it all online, meaning when arriving in New York, will they see that I have been approved on the system when they scan my passport? Thus letting me in.
visas usa customs-and-immigration esta us-visa-waiver-program
This question already has an answer here:
How could I have traveled to the US without having my ESTA checked? Is it really needed?
1 answer
I'm planning to go from the UK to the States. I was wondering how the ESTA works. Is it all online, meaning when arriving in New York, will they see that I have been approved on the system when they scan my passport? Thus letting me in.
This question already has an answer here:
How could I have traveled to the US without having my ESTA checked? Is it really needed?
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visas usa customs-and-immigration esta us-visa-waiver-program
visas usa customs-and-immigration esta us-visa-waiver-program
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You should be aware that ESTA approval only indicates that you are authorized to board an aircraft to travel to the US and apply for entry under the visa waiver program at the immigration counter in the airport. The immigration officer will still evaluate whether you are admissible; ESTA is explicitly not a guarantee of entry.
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:08
@phoog so what is that process like. will the officer just ask questions on the purpose of the trip?
– user67204
Nov 4 '17 at 20:10
Usually, yes, but you should ask that as a separate question (if it hasn't already been asked).
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:12
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You should be aware that ESTA approval only indicates that you are authorized to board an aircraft to travel to the US and apply for entry under the visa waiver program at the immigration counter in the airport. The immigration officer will still evaluate whether you are admissible; ESTA is explicitly not a guarantee of entry.
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:08
@phoog so what is that process like. will the officer just ask questions on the purpose of the trip?
– user67204
Nov 4 '17 at 20:10
Usually, yes, but you should ask that as a separate question (if it hasn't already been asked).
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:12
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You should be aware that ESTA approval only indicates that you are authorized to board an aircraft to travel to the US and apply for entry under the visa waiver program at the immigration counter in the airport. The immigration officer will still evaluate whether you are admissible; ESTA is explicitly not a guarantee of entry.
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:08
You should be aware that ESTA approval only indicates that you are authorized to board an aircraft to travel to the US and apply for entry under the visa waiver program at the immigration counter in the airport. The immigration officer will still evaluate whether you are admissible; ESTA is explicitly not a guarantee of entry.
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:08
@phoog so what is that process like. will the officer just ask questions on the purpose of the trip?
– user67204
Nov 4 '17 at 20:10
@phoog so what is that process like. will the officer just ask questions on the purpose of the trip?
– user67204
Nov 4 '17 at 20:10
Usually, yes, but you should ask that as a separate question (if it hasn't already been asked).
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:12
Usually, yes, but you should ask that as a separate question (if it hasn't already been asked).
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:12
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It's one of the most underestimated ESTA questions. Print out your number & attach it to the documents. Despite the fact that automatic registration will give out all the information about you, it may be necessary to have the code in the imprinted form at the airport. Read more here.
Print out the PDF with your ESTA number and carry it with your other travel documents. While United States border officials can electronically access your ESTA approval, your airline or carrier may require the printout at check-in.
answered Nov 5 '17 at 15:38
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Yes. It is all electronic, and the information will be available to the border control officers.
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page just in case there are any questions, and to show the airline you've completed the ESTA process if necessary.
Admission to the United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection officers at the border. An ESTA is required to travel to the United States, but CBP will determine you meet the requirements of the visa waiver program before letting you in. An ESTA does not guarantee admission.
answered Nov 4 '17 at 16:28
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"Electronic" is even in the name of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
– cpast
Nov 4 '17 at 19:31
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It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page - I was not aware of this, and had read or been told that it wasn't needed... until I got to check-in and the airline insisted on seeing ESTA approval before checking us in. We had to find the approvals online before we could proceed
– Midavalo
Nov 5 '17 at 1:41
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You are confusing two concepts, the ESTA and the Visa Waiver Program. The ESTA is an electronic authorization to travel by air or sea to the US. Without that, you can't fly (at least if you're intending to enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program). That's for transportation.
Once you arrive at Immigration, they will (probably) let you in, not because of the ESTA, but because of your passport.
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3 Answers
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It's one of the most underestimated ESTA questions. Print out your number & attach it to the documents. Despite the fact that automatic registration will give out all the information about you, it may be necessary to have the code in the imprinted form at the airport. Read more here.
Print out the PDF with your ESTA number and carry it with your other travel documents. While United States border officials can electronically access your ESTA approval, your airline or carrier may require the printout at check-in.
answered Nov 5 '17 at 15:38
James Smith
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It's one of the most underestimated ESTA questions. Print out your number & attach it to the documents. Despite the fact that automatic registration will give out all the information about you, it may be necessary to have the code in the imprinted form at the airport. Read more here.
Print out the PDF with your ESTA number and carry it with your other travel documents. While United States border officials can electronically access your ESTA approval, your airline or carrier may require the printout at check-in.
answered Nov 5 '17 at 15:38
James Smith
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up vote
4
down vote
accepted
up vote
4
down vote
accepted
It's one of the most underestimated ESTA questions. Print out your number & attach it to the documents. Despite the fact that automatic registration will give out all the information about you, it may be necessary to have the code in the imprinted form at the airport. Read more here.
Print out the PDF with your ESTA number and carry it with your other travel documents. While United States border officials can electronically access your ESTA approval, your airline or carrier may require the printout at check-in.
answered Nov 5 '17 at 15:38
James Smith
562
It's one of the most underestimated ESTA questions. Print out your number & attach it to the documents. Despite the fact that automatic registration will give out all the information about you, it may be necessary to have the code in the imprinted form at the airport. Read more here.
Print out the PDF with your ESTA number and carry it with your other travel documents. While United States border officials can electronically access your ESTA approval, your airline or carrier may require the printout at check-in.
answered Nov 5 '17 at 15:38
James Smith
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answered Nov 5 '17 at 15:38
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answered Nov 5 '17 at 15:38
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Yes. It is all electronic, and the information will be available to the border control officers.
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page just in case there are any questions, and to show the airline you've completed the ESTA process if necessary.
Admission to the United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection officers at the border. An ESTA is required to travel to the United States, but CBP will determine you meet the requirements of the visa waiver program before letting you in. An ESTA does not guarantee admission.
answered Nov 4 '17 at 16:28
Zach Lipton
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"Electronic" is even in the name of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
– cpast
Nov 4 '17 at 19:31
2
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page - I was not aware of this, and had read or been told that it wasn't needed... until I got to check-in and the airline insisted on seeing ESTA approval before checking us in. We had to find the approvals online before we could proceed
– Midavalo
Nov 5 '17 at 1:41
add a comment |Â
up vote
4
down vote
Yes. It is all electronic, and the information will be available to the border control officers.
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page just in case there are any questions, and to show the airline you've completed the ESTA process if necessary.
Admission to the United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection officers at the border. An ESTA is required to travel to the United States, but CBP will determine you meet the requirements of the visa waiver program before letting you in. An ESTA does not guarantee admission.
answered Nov 4 '17 at 16:28
Zach Lipton
54.5k9162225
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"Electronic" is even in the name of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
– cpast
Nov 4 '17 at 19:31
2
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page - I was not aware of this, and had read or been told that it wasn't needed... until I got to check-in and the airline insisted on seeing ESTA approval before checking us in. We had to find the approvals online before we could proceed
– Midavalo
Nov 5 '17 at 1:41
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Yes. It is all electronic, and the information will be available to the border control officers.
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page just in case there are any questions, and to show the airline you've completed the ESTA process if necessary.
Admission to the United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection officers at the border. An ESTA is required to travel to the United States, but CBP will determine you meet the requirements of the visa waiver program before letting you in. An ESTA does not guarantee admission.
answered Nov 4 '17 at 16:28
Zach Lipton
54.5k9162225
Yes. It is all electronic, and the information will be available to the border control officers.
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page just in case there are any questions, and to show the airline you've completed the ESTA process if necessary.
Admission to the United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection officers at the border. An ESTA is required to travel to the United States, but CBP will determine you meet the requirements of the visa waiver program before letting you in. An ESTA does not guarantee admission.
answered Nov 4 '17 at 16:28
Zach Lipton
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edited Nov 5 '17 at 8:12
answered Nov 4 '17 at 16:28
Zach Lipton
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answered Nov 4 '17 at 16:28
Zach Lipton
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answered Nov 4 '17 at 16:28
Zach Lipton
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54.5k9162225
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"Electronic" is even in the name of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
– cpast
Nov 4 '17 at 19:31
2
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page - I was not aware of this, and had read or been told that it wasn't needed... until I got to check-in and the airline insisted on seeing ESTA approval before checking us in. We had to find the approvals online before we could proceed
– Midavalo
Nov 5 '17 at 1:41
add a comment |Â
4
"Electronic" is even in the name of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
– cpast
Nov 4 '17 at 19:31
2
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page - I was not aware of this, and had read or been told that it wasn't needed... until I got to check-in and the airline insisted on seeing ESTA approval before checking us in. We had to find the approvals online before we could proceed
– Midavalo
Nov 5 '17 at 1:41
4
4
"Electronic" is even in the name of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
– cpast
Nov 4 '17 at 19:31
"Electronic" is even in the name of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
– cpast
Nov 4 '17 at 19:31
2
2
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page - I was not aware of this, and had read or been told that it wasn't needed... until I got to check-in and the airline insisted on seeing ESTA approval before checking us in. We had to find the approvals online before we could proceed
– Midavalo
Nov 5 '17 at 1:41
It's a good idea to bring a print out of the confirmation page - I was not aware of this, and had read or been told that it wasn't needed... until I got to check-in and the airline insisted on seeing ESTA approval before checking us in. We had to find the approvals online before we could proceed
– Midavalo
Nov 5 '17 at 1:41
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You are confusing two concepts, the ESTA and the Visa Waiver Program. The ESTA is an electronic authorization to travel by air or sea to the US. Without that, you can't fly (at least if you're intending to enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program). That's for transportation.
Once you arrive at Immigration, they will (probably) let you in, not because of the ESTA, but because of your passport.
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
You are confusing two concepts, the ESTA and the Visa Waiver Program. The ESTA is an electronic authorization to travel by air or sea to the US. Without that, you can't fly (at least if you're intending to enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program). That's for transportation.
Once you arrive at Immigration, they will (probably) let you in, not because of the ESTA, but because of your passport.
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up vote
3
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up vote
3
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You are confusing two concepts, the ESTA and the Visa Waiver Program. The ESTA is an electronic authorization to travel by air or sea to the US. Without that, you can't fly (at least if you're intending to enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program). That's for transportation.
Once you arrive at Immigration, they will (probably) let you in, not because of the ESTA, but because of your passport.
You are confusing two concepts, the ESTA and the Visa Waiver Program. The ESTA is an electronic authorization to travel by air or sea to the US. Without that, you can't fly (at least if you're intending to enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program). That's for transportation.
Once you arrive at Immigration, they will (probably) let you in, not because of the ESTA, but because of your passport.
answered Nov 5 '17 at 6:49
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You should be aware that ESTA approval only indicates that you are authorized to board an aircraft to travel to the US and apply for entry under the visa waiver program at the immigration counter in the airport. The immigration officer will still evaluate whether you are admissible; ESTA is explicitly not a guarantee of entry.
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:08
@phoog so what is that process like. will the officer just ask questions on the purpose of the trip?
– user67204
Nov 4 '17 at 20:10
Usually, yes, but you should ask that as a separate question (if it hasn't already been asked).
– phoog
Nov 4 '17 at 20:12