Sufficient Travellers Fund for United States

hallerrob

Is it required for a British Citizen to have a Sufficient Travellers Fund before boarding a plane to the United States.

DavidF

hallerrob - no, there is no such requirement before boarding. On arrival, a return ticket must generally be shown, and in some cases, like if you are from an African coutnry, some kind of bank statement or proof of earning. But if a British Citizeb, there is no such requirement for USA travel. Be careful, there are lots of scams around the issue of STF.

Guest

I have a related question. Does the British government require a Sufficient Travellere's Fund for a US Citizen returning to the US from a stay longer than 12 months in Britain? A woman who is coming to me says she needs this to leave Britain to return to her home in the US.

DavidF

The only requirement in this regard is that tourist visitors can show evidence of funds to cover expenses in the United States - if asked to do so. However this is very rare, except in cases where visitors are statistically likely to become asylum seekers. Russell - I would ask for more information and evidence on this requirement, as it sounds very fishy to me.

Guest

According to the US Embassy in London, The British Home Office, at least Gatwick airport, several airline companies, and London Metro Police, they have never heard of a Sufficient Taveler's Fund. I was told that an American Citizen with a valid passport and a valid plane ticket only needs to have the clothes on their back.

Guest

I am traveling with my 9 months old baby, EU citizen, to US. On the arrival his passport will be valid another 5 months. Shall I renew his passport before going there or it will be valid enough time and should be fine for that visit? Need to add that we intend to stay only 2 weeks. Thanks for any advice.

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