B2 visa for US - ESTA instead?
I'm a British citizen with a US spouse and dual national daughter. My husband is required to work in the US for a year and although we applied for a B2 visa for me to join my family out there, I can't get an interview at the Embassy in London until Mar 22! We need to leave in July. Has anyone tried to go to the US on an ESTA and then fly out and back in again after 90 days? Were you successful? I don't know how else to accompany my family out there when I can't even get an appointment for a visa interview!
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Is ESTA same as B2 visa?
As opposed to ESTA, which can be completed online, a B visa application requires that you have an in-person interview with a consular officer. Prior to the interview, you will need to gather evidence to demonstrate your eligibility for the B visa, pay the visa fee and schedule an appointment.Can I apply for a B2 visa if I have an ESTA?
The down side is that applicants entering on Visa waiver can only stay in the U.S. for 90 days and they cannot change or adjust status. (adjustment of status can be done if you marry a U.S. citizen). Can I Set up my E-2 visa while on ESTA? Yes.Is ESTA better than visa?
The significant difference between ESTA and nonimmigrant US Visa is in the process length. While travellers eligible for ESTA permits can get their travel authorization within three days, administrative processing for US Visa takes around 180 days only to get an interview appointment with the consular officer.Can I travel to USA with B2 visa?
Remember, a B1 or B2 visa allows you to come to the U.S. to visit. If the CBP Officer suspects that you are actually trying to be a de facto resident, you will be denied entry.The TRUTH about adjusting status after coming to USA with ESTA or tourist visa - Don’t buy the hype!
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