GSbraveheart Posted May 3, 2016 Share Posted May 3, 2016 We have a holiday booked to Florida later on this year. My brother and family decided to book up too, only realising after he booked that there is a question about criminal records (which he gone and got himself last year for getting in a fight, regretfully) I've had a look online and he could apply for a visa although this seems t take anything up to a year. Others are saying they have no access to the UK criminal record database and to just answer no to the question on the ESTA form and and he will be fine. Anyone had any similar experiences? We will still be going with or without him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deecie Posted May 3, 2016 Share Posted May 3, 2016 Lie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaid Posted May 3, 2016 Share Posted May 3, 2016 He could take his chances but if he gets caught out then it's likely that he'd never be allowed into the US at any point in the future. They'd look at lying to gain entry far more seriously than a conviction for fighting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaid Posted May 3, 2016 Share Posted May 3, 2016 Don't know if you've seen this site but it goes into quite a bit of detail. Sounds like it would have to be a serious assault to have to be disclosed. http://hub.unlock.org.uk/knowledgebase/travelling-america-usa/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonzo Posted May 3, 2016 Share Posted May 3, 2016 And I was thinking you were trying tae smuggle in a sheena Easton album. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottishgraham1971 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 read the Esta carefully, doesnt ask about petty crime, unless you have a record in USA you will be ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham of Montrose Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Don't declare it. My brother was a bad boy in his youth but travels to the US regularly. He's never had any problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peever1745 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 6 hours ago, Graham of Montrose said: Don't declare it. My brother was a bad boy in his youth but travels to the US regularly. He's never had any problems. Baaaaaaaad you mean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham of Montrose Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 12 hours ago, peever1745 said: Baaaaaaaad you mean I'm sure that you know a few tales that I've never heard ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ormond Posted May 5, 2016 Share Posted May 5, 2016 I have a UK criminal record. One assault charge and one breach of the peace. Both done when I was a laddie. I was honest on the ESTA. The US will then ask you to send a Police Scotland confirmation of the record. If you are honest then you'll be ok. That is if it's not changed since 3 years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirk Posted May 21, 2016 Share Posted May 21, 2016 Remember and ESTA is only approval for travel to the United States, with this you will be allowed to get on the airplane. Any decision on admittance to the US is made by the immigration official at the port of entry. So that's a long way to go just to be sent back again if refused entry. Everyone who travels to the US needs approval, usually in the form of a VISA. Participation in the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) requires participating countries to agree to a number of things - from airport security functions to sharing of criminal records. If you apply for a visa you will need to attend an interview at the embassy and provide an acpo certificate. In straightforward cases approval is likely on the day, in less straightforward cases referral to Homeland Security for a waiver of ineligibility may be required (this can take several months). It can also be difficult getting appointments at the embassy at this time of year - busy with summer camp applicants. What is a straightforward case? - common sense will tell you what is a serious offence and what not, remember though Americans very puritanical about anything involving drink or drugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie huggins Posted May 22, 2016 Share Posted May 22, 2016 criminal records are not shared with the usa I have a record and been to America loads of times he ll be fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dessmfc Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 Would probably only be an issue, if he got nicked in the US, and they asked for a UK conviction check, whilst he's in custody. If it comes back with something he's not disclosed, then he'll need some toiletries, and a set of PJs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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