Mojo Risin
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Not if your visit is social or tourist related. You can enter under the visa waiver system.
If you are going to study or work then you will need a Class B1 or C1 Visa respectively. |
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smartypants
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It's possible to use a Mastercard or American Express if you want. You should avoid using debit electron cards as these may not work.
:) |
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minty359
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no as the uk is part of the usa waver program
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables nationals of certain countries, including Australia, New Zealand, and the U.K., to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa, if certain requirements are met. Under the VWP, time spent in Canada, Mexico, and adjacent islands counts towards the maximum of 90 days stay allowed under the program.
Which countries participate in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP)?
Currently, 27 countries participate in the Visa Waiver Program: Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. |
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mariobowie
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i was refused an entry visa in march 2001 for no apparent reason except maybe the fact i was unemployed at the time and they must have feared I'd be wanting to stay there and enjoy their **** welfare system,i think they more than paid for their mistake and i would never go there now even if im paid as i hate their attitude towards the rest of the world. |
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b97st
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No. |
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srracvuee
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if its hols then NO but you will be asked why you are in USA at the immigration |
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Diminished
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If you are just going for a holiday and for under 60 days you do not need to do anything until you are sat on the plane. The attendants hand out a form which you fill in, its very simple and asks you where to live, the date that you fly back to the UK, how much stuff in your case you plan on leaving behind (Included gifts and stuff for people in the states) your passport number, passport expirey date and where you are staying while in the US.
Also be prepared to be searched several times going through customs on thbis side. I was also patted down and stopped every 20 meters or so. Its also my advice to wear slip on shoes and loose fitting clothes and pack your laptop in a way that makes it easy to pull in and out (Which I was made to do no less than 4 times)
I flew over in March and thats all I had to do!
You will also need a machiene readable passport (But if your passport is less than about 5 years old it should be already) |
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Ian W M
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you dont need a visa if you go on holiday to america and can stay for a few months at a time without any problems as long as you arent workin or studyin.otherwise you would need a visa,ie to work or study.
you could also apply for a green card which gives you all the benifits an american citizen has. |
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s_s_sooz
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As most people have indicated you only need a visa if you intend to work or study or stay longer than the 90 days. I would like to respond to anyone who has made comments about the staff at Immigration control...these do not represent the american people as a whole and even american citizens, my husband and father in law included know that they can be a "funny" bunch who may not be the friendliest welcome to your stay. I have entered the US on my British passport on a number of occasions and each time the Immigration officer has had a totally different attitude. |
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Di A
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Yes, despite our strong relationship with the US, I think we and them need visas to enter each others territory. Business is Business and friendship is friendship and it should be keep that way. The idea will not only make everyone more responsible in what they do in each others territory but also respect for each other. For we British, we tend to take things for granted - we tend to take our beliefs, values and culture with us to a foreign land and tries to lord it on them out there - in a nutshell, we lack respect for other peoples culture. The time we start respecting other peoples culture, the world would be a better place for all. That's my opinion what about yours? |
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hp25
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If you are planning a trip for 3months or less, you can enter the US on a visa waiver. All they'll do is staple a green piece of paper in your passport which they'll remove when you leave the country. This however, does not guarantee you entry to the US. Immigration has every right to turn you away once you have landed- this is true for any visa classification.
I went to the embassy a month ago to get a B2 visa which entitles me multiple entries to the US and I can stay up to 180 days instead of the standard 90. Again, the appointment was booked over a month in advance but once I'd been to the embassy and shown them my documents, you are approved then and there and you have your passport back within a week. |
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Doethineb
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At the moment, no, if the purpose of their visit is tourism and they plan to stay for under 90 days. This is because UK nationals (along with others) benefit from the "visa waiver program" -- details here. http://london.usembassy.gov/cons_new/visa/niv/vwp.html
However, I read a sinister little article in the Press recently explaining that there was a further problem brewing about travel of UK nationals to the US in that they will shortly be insisting on full details of passengers travelling without a visa being provided 48 hours before the flight and the airlines of EU countries are not empowered to provide this information under the Data Protection Legislation. For this reason, I propose to spend part of my holiday queueing up for a visa, just to be on the safe side, as I cannot afford to be in the position of being denied access to the USA. |
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ben
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yes they do |
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easy60man
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I find Mastercard or American Express better, but for ease of getting money, travelers cheques are just as good.
sorry couldnt' resist the temptation. |
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**tomtom
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No you dont a VISA to enter USA
BUT
You do NEED a Visa to enter the US Embassy in UK or even talk to an American................................... kidding.
On the other hand may be one day you might. |
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wideboy_west
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if you have been arrested by the police even a for a minor offence you need a visa, that's what the embassy told me. ( i once drove with no insurance on my car, stupid i know). If you are not sure go to your local police website and download a form. send it of to Scotland yard and they will reply will details of any outstanding convictions you have. immigration in America use this as well. if all clear just fill the waiver out on the plane. if not contact the embassy for a appointment. |
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milly2
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Only if you have a criminal record. |
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mudman
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You do not need a visa if travelling under the visa waiver scheme and subject to restrictions mentioned in other answers, such as no criminal record, maximum stay of 90 days, etc etc. But it is worth pointing out that the visa waiver scheme ONLY applies to AIR travellers arriving at points of entry that are recognised under the scheme. If you are arriving by sea, or overland from Canada or Mexico (and are not a Canadian national), or by air at a non-recognised airport, you DO need a visa. |
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Roger S
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A visa is not required for the purpose of a holiday but a machine readable passort IS A MUST |
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Grantius Maximus
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HOLD ON!! You dont need to apply if you ar 100% squeeky clean but its well worth checkin if you really do qualify for the waiver program!! Have a look on your governments web pages & they should guide you to the exact answer!
I had to apply & got refused a US visa as i have got a criminal record. It is minor & isnt even considered a criminal charge in the US, however i can not trvel there for upto 5years.
It was explained to me (buy embassy officials) that if you have a criminal record or have ever been arrested & not charged, you must apply at least 6 months in advance to the US embassy for a US travel visa. If you do not do this then you may face deportation upon arrival or illegal immigration charges in the states!! You may get in but that is the risk you take! |
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b m
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No, you don't need a visa, just your passport, unless you plan on working or doing business in the US, or if you will be in the US for more than 90 days. |
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Rosie07
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If you dont have a criminal record I believe not. But if you have been convicted of drink driving, you do have to gain a visa, by being interviewed at the Embassy. |
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Oliver D
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no you don't you only need your passport if your going on holiday but if you are staying over there you will need a visa or if you are there for 90 days or over but apart from that you only need it if you are going to ;live or work over there otherwise you only need your passport |
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saintlox411
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no cos they both have smtin in common.rise of the machines,civilization,world power(authority) and strong foundation.what they need is a travel ticket alone. |
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frankturk50
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No but you must have a machine readable passport see US embassy site for full details. |
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hymnandherse
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Generally no, unless you fail to meet some of their criteria for entry. It's sad that someof the people who have answered this question have misled you with the bollocks they are spouting.
The criteria include having a criminal record, they are also interested if you have had a dependant drug habit, or have worked as a prostitue, I think that may be about sexually communicable diseases, and I seem to remember they ask about HIV and AIDS.
They also want to know if you are a member of a terrorist organisation. I suppose it doesn't hurt to ask!
Be assured, the US Embassy are very helpful of you meet any of these criteria, and having completed various forms, requested a Subject Access form and paid $100, you can ask for an appointment to discuss your visa request. Currently, the waiting list is two months or more so don't book your holiday anytime soon.
If granted, you will get a single entry visa, but it's worth it, America is a lovely place and the people are fantastic. So much so, I'm going through the whol;e bloody process a second time!
After seeing more turgid crap from some users, I cut and pasted this from the US Embassy web site:
"Important: Some travelers may not be eligible to enter the United States visa free under the VWP. These include people who have been arrested, even if the arrest did not result in a criminal conviction, those with criminal records, (the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act does not apply to U.S. visa law), certain serious communicable illnesses, those who have been refused admission into, or have been deported from, the United States, or have previously overstayed on the VWP. Such travelers must apply for special restricted visas. If they attempt to travel without a visa, they may be refused entry into the United States."
I hope that clears it up! |
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Irene M
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Currently, British National, travelling on a valid passport which is machine readable, with a return ticket or onward ticket and staying less the 90 days can qualify for visa waiver programme. Anyone staying over 90 days, depending on the nature of their visit would need a visa. |
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Soddy
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If you have been arrested in UK but not convicted, how woul;d US immigration know? Do they have access to UK police computer records? If so, do they check every single person passing through immigration? Surely this wouldn't be possible? |
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Gem of Wisdom
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No !!!!!!!!!
As long as it's just for a non-working holiday then no visa is required to enter the USA. |
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bunnu_lash_pash
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No British Citizens don't require visa to enter USA. |
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Michael G
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according to an inter government agreement between Britain and the USA signed in 1948 (I believe) citizens of either country do not require visas to enter each others country |
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