Per entry, set at the border.
Counted in a calendar year.
The rule for British citizens
Up to 90 days per entry on ESTA (Visa Waiver Program). No extensions or change of status.
Your days, with an example
Arrive on Sun 1 November 2026 and day 90 is Fri 29 January 2027. The day you arrive counts as day 1. The border officer can give you less, so check the date stamped or recorded when you arrive.
Check your own dates with the free ESTA 90-day calculator.
Staying longer
You become tax resident in United States after 183 days in a calendar year. Substantial Presence Test: at least 31 days this calendar year and this year's days + 1/3 of last year + 1/6 of the year before ≥ 183. Closer-connection and treaty exceptions may apply.
Other passports
| Passport | Stay |
|---|---|
 EU, EEA or Swiss passport | 90 days on ESTA |
 US passport | Citizen · no limit |
 Indian passport | B1/B2 visa |
All the details: United States rules for every passport.
Questions
Do British citizens need a visa for the US?
Not for a short stay. Up to 90 days per entry on ESTA (Visa Waiver Program). No extensions or change of status.
How long can British citizens stay in the US?
90 days on ESTA. Up to 90 days per entry on ESTA (Visa Waiver Program). No extensions or change of status.
When do British citizens become tax resident in United States?
You become tax resident in United States after 183 days in a calendar year. Substantial Presence Test: at least 31 days this calendar year and this year's days + 1/3 of last year + 1/6 of the year before ≥ 183. Closer-connection and treaty exceptions may apply.
Can Noverstay count my days in the US?
Yes. The app logs the country you’re in each day and reminds you before your United States limit. Only the country, city and date are stored.
Official sources
Rules change often. This page is not legal or tax advice. Check the official source before you travel.