Quick ESTA question - help put my mind at rest!

[Kate]

They wont ask to see a print out will they - just the reference number is required is that right?

[ukwdwnut]

i think thats right kate as it will be on the system for them to look up. will go and check if no one knows

[daveann]

well we had a different experience dave was asked for a print out as someone of the same name had been refused entry to the usa we were at the desk ages and lucky i had printed it out

[Kate]

Oh no - i havent printed it out, can you go back and do it again?

[Kate]

Just found this:

Do travelers need to bring a paper printout of their travel authorization to the airport?

No. DHS will be able to communicate a traveler’s ESTA status to the carriers. However, DHS recommends that travelers print out the travel authorization application response in order to maintain a record of their traveler authorization application number and to have confirmation of their ESTA status.

Fingers crossed we will be ok

[ukwdwnut]

thats ok then kate dont worry, you can go back into your account so to speak if you want im sure to print it out if it would put your mind at rest

[robertcraig]

I print out all documents for holiday just incase they are needed

[Deafjeff]

me too didnt not ask for the paper copy but it is best to have one just in case!

[daveann]

i print everything out i must admit and as i have said it was a good job we had
dont worry you will soon be there and enjoying your holiday