He got a drugs conviction over 10 years ago. It was in the early nineties and he got caught with a handful of e's on the way to a rave, naughty boy. Anyway they decided to do him for intention to supply class A's - pretty serious conviction. It is now 'spent' in England and he doesn't need to declare it. He also holds a liquour license - so the british cops aren't concerned about him. We want to visit the States this year (for a holiday), but I don't think he will be allowed in - he reckons he will - which of us is right please...anybody know?
2007-02-08 00:42:59 · 17 answers · asked by Madam Rosmerta 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Immigration
no he will not be allowed in. He must have the record expunged and carry papers to prove it. You can go to the USA embassy and find out all the details.
They are able to check, that is part of the travel agreement between our countries. Dont listen to anyone that tells you different.
2007-02-08 00:47:48 · answer #1 · answered by 007 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
He would need to apply to the USA Embassy in London for a visa. They will arrange an interview and go through his conviction. As it was 10 years ago and providing he hasnt been in any more trouble then they should grant him a visa.
If he tries to go without declaring this then they will turn him away and he will never be able to enter the States as they will keep it on record.
The USA have a visa waiver programme which means you fill in a form on the aircraft and hand this in when you pass through immigration in the States. I have booked several people to the States and although I have advised them of the above they have tried to get in without a visa and have been turned back when trying to get through immigration in the States.
I dont know how they can check but if he gets caught then you will waste your money as you wont be able to claim it back on insurance either.
2007-02-08 00:51:52 · answer #2 · answered by entertainer 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Entertainer gives excellent advice, evidently borne of experience. Please contact the US Embassy in London and apply for a visa in good time. The embassy website is very helpful and so is trhe premium rate telephone advice line. I used that a couple of times when I emigrated and it was worth the 30 or 40 pounds I spent. The fact that he holds a liquor license is midly helpful to his case.
It is not an option to go to the airport and rely on the Visa Waiver Program. He may well get in the first time (if he lies on the green form) but he will most likely get denied if you ever go back.
2007-02-10 01:20:49 · answer #3 · answered by skip 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not believe he will be allowed into the US until he has gotten a pardon (or the England version of a pardon) for his crimes, regardless of how long ago they were committed. I have a record (in Canada) and cannot cross the border into the US until after I have received a pardon from the Canadian Govt, then applied to Homeland Security for permission to enter the US. I believe that this is similar to what your hubby will have to do to enter for a visit. And by the way, the application to Homeland Security costs around $450 US, and does not guarantee you entry into the US. The application can still be denied and entry into US forbidden. And must be renewed every year for several years, then every few years after that. Stupid people don't really want too many tourist dollars from the sounds of it to me!
2007-02-08 00:57:10 · answer #4 · answered by dragondave187 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A friend of mine recently had to go to the US embassy for a Visa as they had a conviction 30 years ago, is now married to a senior police officer and also works for the Home Office!
2007-02-09 09:37:09 · answer #5 · answered by smartpulse 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-02 21:21:12 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
More than 10 years ago, he might be allowed a visa. Check with the US Consulate.
2007-02-08 00:49:59 · answer #7 · answered by Lily VonSchtupp 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I don't know what the rules are over there concerning a drug conviction of this nature, but in the US if you comit a felony of any kind, you can't leave the US, to go anywhere. (Canada, Mexico, or overseas)
2007-02-08 01:05:27 · answer #8 · answered by golden rider 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
all i know is why bother going to the states, if your in England whats wrong with the lake district. my missus is from England she had to take her shoes off to fly from England to Ireland, is it a holiday you want or for some fat sweaty **** to cop a free feel. forget international holidays especially the states, with all the embargo's you could die of dehydration long before the plane hit asphalt
2007-02-10 20:35:06 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Best to get a visa first as he WILL be refused admission to the USA without one.
Btw...all ports of entry require fingerprints and photograph on arrival.
If they find out later that he is there without a visa...they will pick him up and deport him.
2007-02-11 02:43:37 · answer #10 · answered by knowitall 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋