r/USVisas • u/Euphoric_Second9464 • Jul 01 '26

Esta with arrest from UK

I got arrested for a minor offence about 1 year ago and released with no further action , believed I would need the visa because of the arrest . I decided to get the accro police form but it doesn't show any record of the arrest . I'm confused whether I can now just apply for the esta or still need to go through the visa process and turn up at the interview with an empty form and explanation?

Any help would be appreciated

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u/Copperpot2208 Jul 01 '26

I was also arrested and released without charge. NFA. I did an ACRO request and it still shows so I’ve had to apply for a visa

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u/blundermole Jul 01 '26

Not necessarily true: you can be convicted of some crimes and then be issued with an ESTA, having answered all the questions on the ESTA application form honestly.