OK, our trip to Los Angeles is booked!
- Great! Beverly Hills, Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive!
Do you think we’ll see some celebrities?
- I’m pretty sure we will
and they’ll probably invite us to lunch, too.
Very funny.
Why don’t you ask Kate if there’s anything we need to do.
- Kate, this is our first trip to Los Angeles.
What do we need to do?
- Consider renting a convertible to enjoy the views
but I recommend a very strong sunscreen.
- OK, sun tan lotion. Check.
- First thing you want to do is see if you qualify for ESTA
under the Visa Waiver Program.
What is ESTA?
The Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
If your country is part of the Visa Waiver Program,
you may not need a VISA if you stay in the U.S. less than 90 days.
You can read more and apply online at cbp.gov/travel.
- Sounds easy enough.
Do we still need our passports if we don’t need VISAs?
KATE: Of course.
This website will also be able to tell you about restricted items
you cannot bring into the United States....
animals, fruits, plants, stuff like that.
- Got it. Anything else?
- Do your research now and you’ll thank me later.
Now too-ta-loo, enjoy LA!
Too-ta-loo!
KATE: Hi, Nikki!
About two hours out from LA I see.
- Do you have GPS in there?
- No, but I helped you book your flight, remember?
- Ahh…right.
- Let’s talk about your arrival game plan.
The first thing you need to do is select the appropriate line.
U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents will go one way
and visitors from international countries will go to another.
It’s clearly marked.
- What documents will we need ready?
- You’ll need your passport and CBP declaration form.
You’ll be fingerprinted
and they’ll take your picture to verify your identity.
- A picture, huh?
Maybe I should go quickly brush my hair.
KATE: Oh please, you look great.
Where was I?
Oh right, so a friendly CBP officer will ask a few questions
about your visit and if you have anything to declare.
- What if we have nothing to declare?
KATE: You go to baggage claim,
pick up your luggage and hand your CBP Declaration form to the officer,
who may ask some additional questions and request
that a CBP Agriculture Specialist search your luggage.
After that, you can leave the terminal.
- Doesn’t sound like too much trouble.
KATE: Enjoy Hollywood
and I’ll check back with you on the plane ride home.
Thanks!
I think you should have your own star on the pavement.
- I’m living the dream.