US Visa for UK citizen

[karl2007]

Hello,

I am planning a trip to the US and I am a UK citizen. I have been living in Thailand for the past 10 years.

This will be my first visit to the US.

I am allowed 90 days without a visa. However, I have been invited by some american friends to come over and travel on a road trip.

So I plan to be there more than 90 days but less than 6 months.

Is it possible to get a visa to stay up to 6 months.

Or would it be possible to go there for 90 days. Cross the border to a neighbouring country and get another 90 days.

Many thanks for any suggestions,

Edited May 30, 2016 by karl2007

[donmeurett]

Why not go to the USA Embassy and find out for yourself. They have a web site were you can get good information not half ass opinions.

[bunnydrops]

Since the H-A opinions have started already, here is some more

https://www.uscis.gov/visit-united-states/extend-your-stay

[bubba]

Since the H-A opinions have started already, here is some more

https://www.uscis.gov/visit-united-states/extend-your-stay

That would not be applicable to a UK national.

You may not apply to extend your stay if you were admitted to the United States in the following categories:

• Visa Waiver Program

[skatewash]

Going to Canada or Mexico to reset the clock on your 90-day Visa Waiver Program entry could be problematic.

The VWP is intended to be used for occasional, short visits to the US. If a US immigration officer thinks you’re trying to ‘reset’ the clock by making a short trip out of the US and re-entering for another 90-day period, you can be denied entry. If you travel from the US to Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean you can usually re-enter using the ESTA and admission stamp you were issued when you first arrived in the US, although the time you spend outside of the country is included in the 90 days allotted for your visit. Make sure you’re clear about the length of time the immigration officer has authorised you to remain in the US if you re-enter under the same ESTA.

-- https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/usa/entry-requirements

[skatewash]

I think the appropriate visa for your visit is a visitor (B-2) visa, under which you can be granted a stay of up to six months:

If you travel to the United States visa free under the Visa Waiver Program, you may remain for up to 90 days.

This period cannot be extended. If you travel to the United States on a visitor (B-2) visa, the period of time you will be allowed will be determined by the USCIS at the port of entry.

Initially they can grant a stay of six months which can be extended for a further six months at their discretion.

The USCIS has sole jurisdiction over such matters.

-- https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/non-immigrant-visa-faqs/

This site will guide you through the process of applying for a B-2 visitor visa. It appears that unless you are over 80 years old you will need to be interviewed at the US Embassy in London.

https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/tourism-visitor/

[post]

What is your immigration status in Thailand?

[skatewash]

I think the appropriate visa for your visit is a visitor (B-2) visa, under which you can be granted a stay of up to six months:

If you travel to the United States visa free under the Visa Waiver Program, you may remain for up to 90 days.

This period cannot be extended. If you travel to the United States on a visitor (B-2) visa, the period of time you will be allowed will be determined by the USCIS at the port of entry.

Initially they can grant a stay of six months which can be extended for a further six months at their discretion.

The USCIS has sole jurisdiction over such matters.

-- https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/non-immigrant-visa-faqs/

This site will guide you through the process of applying for a B-2 visitor visa. It appears that unless you are over 80 years old you will need to be interviewed at the US Embassy in London.

https://uk.usembassy.gov/visas/tourism-visitor/

CORRECTION: at some point I forgot the OP was in Thailand and a long-term resident, he does not need to use the US Embassy in London. Sorry for the misinformation.

CAN THIRD COUNTRY NATIONALS APPLY IN BANGKOK? I am a citizen of another country who would like to apply for a visa while in Thailand. Can I do so?

While it is the policy of U.S. Embassy Bangkok to accept visa applications from anyone physically present in our consular district, we strongly recommend that you make your application in your country of nationality or residence. Should you choose to apply in Bangkok, and you are not a Thai citizen or a long-term resident of Thailand, it may be quite difficult for the adjudicating consular officer to make a determination regarding your case. Additionally, while many visas are able to be issued within 3-4 business days of the interview, if there are any delays it could have a significant impact on the timing of your return travel.

-- http://bangkok.usembassy.gov/non-immigrant_visas/frequently-asked-questions.html#19

He can use the US Embassy in Bangkok to apply for the B-2 visitor visa at this site: http://www.ustraveldocs.com/th/th-niv-visaapply.asp