Is your travel to the US occurring in transit to another country mean?


Is your travel to the US occurring in transit to another country mean? (And yes, you answered correctly!) The question did not ask if you stopped in another country before arriving in the USA. It is asking if you are using the USA as a transit point to ANOTHER country. Is your travel to the USA occurring (while) you are transiting to another country.


What is the difference between ESTA and transit visa?

The USA transit visa and the ESTA have nothing in common. One is destined for people who travel in immediate and continuous transit through the US, while the latter is issued to people who come from countries that are in the US Visa Waiver Program.


What countries can travel to the U.S. without a visa?

Countries in the Visa Waiver Program that can travel to USA visa-free:
  • Andorra.
  • Australia.
  • Austria.
  • Belgium.
  • Brunei.
  • Chile.
  • Croatia.
  • Czech Republic.


What is the difference between transit and connecting flight?

A direct flight is identified by a unique flight number. A transit flight, with a connection, has two distinct flight numbers. A flight that is not direct, or connecting flight, involves a change of aircraft.


Do you need a transit visa for connecting flights?

An airport transit visa is generally required if you travel internationally and if you need to transit through a country. Even if you do not intend to leave the airport, you may need an airport transit visa.