VWP revoked

[Mamma di Alfonso 0]

Hi,

I'm new here. I am from a VWP country but I violated the program rules (I truly regret the thoughtless decision) and as a result I need to apply for visa if I want to go to US. My question is if this revocation of VWP is for the rest of my life or for certain number of years? Someone I know also had his VWP revoked but for 10 years, I believe. But that was over 10 years ago... Also if I receive a passport from another VWP participating country, could I be back on the program with that passport?

Thanks in advance for your advise.

[NigeriaorBust 4,087]

Getting a passport means that you are a citizen. Using a second passport could ( probably would) be seen as an attempt to avoid the rules. The ban is against you not your passport. When you apply for ESTA the question is worded "HAVE YOU ... " not has your passport ever..

[Boiler 46,125]

You can never use the VWP.

[Moomin 292]

Getting a passport means that you are a citizen. Using a second passport could ( probably would) be seen as an attempt to avoid the rules. The ban is against you not your passport. When you apply for ESTA the question is worded "HAVE YOU ... " not has your passport ever..

I completely agree. ..And I think it's fair despite you might regret what happened. VWP comes with a responsibility. It's the country that's a part of the visa waiver program and that has been "pre-approved", not the individual.

I suggest contacting CBP through this link to get the most accurate info(hopefully); https://help.cbp.gov/app/ask/session/L2F2LzEvc2lkL3hZOCpmcTFs/~/do-i-need-to-apply-for-esta

You might run into trouble when presenting your info at POE if you have nothing to hide and you're truthful. Country of birth is usually marked on a passport as far as I remember? CBP has the right to question you about it if they think it is suspecious that you're using one passport over the other.

[jaycali 415]

Hi,I'm new here. I am from a VWP country but I violated the program rules (I truly regret the thoughtless decision) and as a result I need to apply for visa if I want to go to US. My question is if this revocation of VWP is for the rest of my life or for certain number of years? Someone I know also had his VWP revoked but for 10 years, I believe. But that was over 10 years ago... Also if I receive a passport from another VWP participating country, could I be back on the program with that passport?Thanks in advance for your advise.

In general, you can never use the VWP program again, and will need to apply for a tourist visa.

You could always try ESTA once in a while. If you can afford $14 now and then, there's no harm in filling it out as long as you answer every question honestly; Lying on an ESTA form could cause trouble when applying for a tourist visa. Don't be surprised to get "Travel Authorization Denied" or "Pending" then denied, but if ESTA mysteriously comes back "Approved" you could certainly try to enter, although CBP may have some questions too. Getting a new passport will not help, as the VWP ban follows you, not your passport. It's like a traffic ticket, it doesn't go away simply because you renewed your driver's license.

What was your violation? Depending on your current situation and if the violation wasn't "too serious" I don't see why you wouldn't be able to get a tourist visa in not too long. I personally know people who overstayed the VWP by a few days and had no problems getting a B-2 later.

Edited July 19, 2012 by jaejayC

[jaycali 415]

I completely agree. ..And I think it's fair despite you might regret what happened. VWP comes with a responsibility. It's the country that's a part of the visa waiver program and that has been "pre-approved", not the individual.I suggest contacting CBP through this link to get the most accurate info(hopefully); https://help.cbp.gov/app/ask/session/L2F2LzEvc2lkL3hZOCpmcTFs/~/do-i-need-to-apply-for-estaYou might run into trouble when presenting your info at POE if you have nothing to hide and you're truthful. Country of birth is usually marked on a passport as far as I remember? CBP has the right to question you about it if they think it is suspecious that you're using one passport over the other.

Agree 100%. The VWP is based on reciprocal trust between countries, and "risk assessment" based on low overstay/violation rates. If you violate the terms of the VWP, you don't just violate the privilege of traveling visa-free, but you also help bring up your country's overstay/violation rate.

[JohnR! 5,495]

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Hi,

I'm new here. I am from a VWP country but I violated the program rules (I truly regret the thoughtless decision) and as a result I need to apply for visa if I want to go to US. My question is if this revocation of VWP is for the rest of my life or for certain number of years? Someone I know also had his VWP revoked but for 10 years, I believe. But that was over 10 years ago... Also if I receive a passport from another VWP participating country, could I be back on the program with that passport?

Thanks in advance for your advise.

In addition to the comments of all others, the nature and gravity of your violation will dictate what your possibilities are. You will need a visa to return to the US for sure, so depending on what happened you may have more or less difficulty getting one, if you qualify.

Apply for a visa, tell the officers the truth and good luck.