Archive for November, 2008

The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is now mandatory for all Visa Waiver Program (VWP) Travelers

On November 13, 2008, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published this notice requiring travelers using the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) to obtain authorization to use the VWP through this DHS website for travel on or after January 12, 2009.  Prospective VWP travelers must be prescreened by the DHS through ESTA before travel.  The airline […]

Posted on November 20, 2008 at 9:10 pm by Immigration Lawyer Peter Messersmith · Permalink · Leave a comment
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Updated Rule for Third Country Nationals Applying For a Visa in Mexico

Third Country Nationals may apply for a US visa in Mexico under certain circumstances.  Third Country Nationals (TCNs) are Non Mexican nationals in the United States on temporary visas who wish to apply for a new visa at a US Consulate in Mexico.  The US Consulate in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico has announced on November 3, […]

Posted on November 18, 2008 at 9:54 pm by Immigration Lawyer Peter Messersmith · Permalink · Leave a comment
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