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How to transfer between 2 international flights on IAH within 2 hours as ESTA holder
That's tight but should be doable. You can check recent immigration wait times here: https://awt.cbp.gov/ using your specific arrival time and weekday. Average wait times are about 20 minutes but max ...
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US stay of 90 days - return after 40 days both under ESTA
There is no 90/180 rule in the US like there's in Germany. You should be fine.
If it becomes a regular thing that you repeatedly come for long stays and short absences they might start asking ...
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I have an approved ESTA but then realised I need a visa J1
You don't need to "cancel" your ESTA. When you arrive to the US, you'll need to tell the CBP (immigration) officer that you're coming for your exchange studies/work and present the J visa in ...
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Can I apply for ESTA while I'm in the US on a J-1 visa?
ESTAs and visas are only for entry. ESTA allows you to seek entry into Visa Waiver Program status. (Similarly, a B2 visa allows you to seek entry into B2 status.) Having an ESTA or a visa will not by ...
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Applying for ESTA while living temporarily in another country?
When applying for [ESTA], which address do I add?
It doesn't much matter. I'd probably suggest the address in Norway, especially if you're there for longer than a few months.
My passport address is ...
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What exactly is the definition of returning ESTA?
Returning ESTA means you've previously entered as a VWP visitor since 2008 with your face and fingerprints on record. Depending on the software version, the kiosks may or may not recognise you if on a ...
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ESTA still valid but new passport. can I ask for a new esta?
Just apply for a new ESTA
From the ESTA FAQ :
Each Visa Waiver Program traveler must have an approved travel authorization for the passport they plan to use before they travel to the United States. ...
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How to fill out the ESTA application as a Singapore passport holder?
I have no direct experience with this, but consider lambshaanxy's comment:
I'm not familiar with US ESTAs specifically, but all my Singaporean colleagues entered their "actual" first and ...
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How to fill out the ESTA application as a Singapore passport holder?
It is really important that you fill the forms as it is written in your passport.
If your passport doesn't have a first/last name field, then this is how you are supposed to fill the form
US ICE has a ...
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