To Margaret

Submitted by Fyldefolly (United States), May 17, 2009 at 10:12

I used the incorrect terminology previously.

I should have used 'ESTA' rather than visa.

As of 12 January 2009 it is mandatory that all travellers under the 'Visa Waiver Program' 'VWP' obtain an 'Electronic System for Travel Authorization' or 'ESTA'. The VWP alone does not entitle you to enter the US.

Therefore, your advice that only a VWP is needed to travel to the US, is incorrect. More information about ESTA can be obtained from US Consular Affairs for the relevant country, which is the most credible source.

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