Originally Posted by Summer1 (Post 10111516)

Hi guys,

I posted a thread nearly two weeks ago about my b2 visa interview, and was denied due to 'lack of ties'. I then 10 days later applied for a VWP after being told my chances are slim and with searching around on here through forums I was pretty sure my VWP would be denied because of my very recent visa denial, but then I was more than surprised to have been approved :thumbsup: YAY :D

Now whilst searching through the forums I noticed that my next obstacle is US CBP, what are my chances getting through them? And what can I do or say or take with me to gain entry into US, would a return ticket help?

Many thanks in advance

Originally Posted by crg (Post 10117030)

Just so it is clear, did you answer yes to the question about being previously refused a visa when you applied for the ESTA?

Originally Posted by sajid3834 (Post 10116423)

Congrats anyway...I'm in the same position, my B1/B2 has pending for nearly two yrs and I'm thinking for applying via ESTA

Pls keep us posted if or when you decide to cross the pond and share your exp. on POE

Sajid

Originally Posted by Lissbovavd (Post 10115549)

Summer1,

Congratulations are in order, I believe!

Originally Posted by Ragnox (Post 10122983)

They cant simply deny you, they have to have a valid and full reason!

Originally Posted by fatbrit (Post 10122994)

Yeah, right!
How about a belief that the person is intending to immigrate. Your right to challenge any decision on a VWP entry are zero.

Originally Posted by Ragnox (Post 10122998)

Well they have to be able to prove that.

Originally Posted by Ragnox (Post 10122983)

They cant simply deny you, they have to have a valid and full reason!

Originally Posted by Ragnox (Post 10123027)

I can understand I guess. As a VWP frequent user I am merely saying that US Immigration isn't that bad. The story's online are so worse than the actual process.

Originally Posted by Ragnox (Post 10123027)

I can understand I guess. As a VWP frequent user I am merely saying that US Immigration isn't that bad. The story's online are so worse than the actual process.

Originally Posted by Ragnox (Post 10123027)

I can understand I guess. As a VWP frequent user I am merely saying that US Immigration isn't that bad. The story's online are so worse than the actual process.

Originally Posted by MoshiMoshi (Post 10123217)

Aren't you now banned from the US for 10 years, after a 13-month overstay?

And didn't you decide to overstay after a POE officer told you you were abusing the VWP?

It really doesn't seem like you should be giving VWP advice.

Originally Posted by MoshiMoshi (Post 10123217)

Aren't you now banned from the US for 10 years, after a 13-month overstay?

And didn't you decide to overstay after a POE officer told you you were abusing the VWP?

It really doesn't seem like you should be giving VWP advice.

Originally Posted by Summer1 (Post 10281838)

Bumping an old thread here, but I would like to give an update. So after my b2 bein rejected then esta being approved almost immediately I entered USA just the other day without any problems with the CBP officers, the guy didn't want to see any documents nor was I pulled into a second interview. He only asked my purpose of visit, how long I'll b staying (which is 2 months) and what I do back in London, he then stamped my passport with a 90 day entry n said "enjoy your stay" :)
I really was expecting the worst, being sent back to London or having a tough interview with CBP officer.