ESTA declined to the US
I was declined an ESTA due to answering yes in have you ever been convicted. I thought it would ask when and why to explain but no its a blanket question. I was a junior aged 16 and only received a minor police caution for possession of a controlled drug, I am now 43 and never been in trouble as an adult and I am fully SC cleared for my job.... what is the best approach?... I assume going to Canada is out the question, what a mess.
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ESTA materials say that if your application is unsuccessful you should apply for a US visa. That is where you will have the opportunity to say "when and why and explain."
I suspect your chances are fairly good, but if you are not successful you will lose the $160 application fee.
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What happens if your ESTA is denied?
If travel authorization under ESTA has been denied, you are required to apply for a visa.Why was my ESTA declined?
The most common reasons for rejection of ESTA application In the past, overstayed when visited the US. In the past, worked without required VISA and pointed out from authorities when visited the US. In the past, rejected the entry to the US for some reasons. In the past, deported for some reasons after staying the US.Can I reapply if my ESTA is denied?
If an ESTA is denied and the travelers circumstances have not changed, a new application will also be denied. If an ESTA is denied and the travelers circumstances have changed, a new application can be submitted, but there are no guarantees the application will be approved.What happens if your refused entry to USA?
The United States is currently limiting nonessential travel. If you have been refused entry at the airport because you are visiting you may be required to return once the US re-opens its borders to visitors. If you were denied entry due to another reason not Coronavirus related, continue reading through this article!My esta got denied and nobody knows why
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Answer 2
The best approach is now to apply for a regular visa. AFAIK there you can explain a bit more about your circumstances in the visa interview.
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