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  1. 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.
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