@Robert ******

I mean screw waiting to find out, and screw having to pay premiums in two countries- at least this go ‘round.

@Tod ********

Screw ‘em! Like I said, I HAVE insurance AND money. I’m not gonna be a “burden” on anything.

We’ll see. And anyway, I’m getting the time I need.

@Cyndee ******

I’m currently in the U.S.

@James *******

Same as the embassy websites. Even if they do manage to roll out whatever changes by the first of the month, 3 weeks should be enough to process and get it back to me, even if they start early. God, I hate sending my passport out in a freaking envelope. I paid for Express Mail return, as well- even though the Chicago site doesn’t list it as a requirement. That Chicago site is bare bones. They don’t even tell you to duplicate your app.

Understood, but an exemption stamp implies a level of trust for the citizens of certain countries. Given that I otherwise operate well within the confines of the law, I shouldn’t need to bother my hosts with duties they know not of. Since opinions to skirt the rules are not allowed here, I’ll shut up now..

For 3 weeks?? Seriously? “Abroad” from where? I stay the night I arrive at a legit hotel, and then forget about it. Do you really think immigration is THAT concerned about chasing away tourists on stamps?

You’ll notice I used quotation marks in the post in deference to Tod... 😋

@Al ******

, so you favor this over the 6 mo METV because...

That’s one of the things I was wondering about... Although, you gotta wonder why on Earth getting a 6 month tourist visa each year would put you on a misuse radar.