Set by your visa.
Counted in a calendar year.
The rule for Indian citizens
B1/B2 visa required. The stay is set by CBP at entry, usually up to 6 months; extensions can be requested.
Your days, with an example
Arrive on Sun 1 November 2026 and day 180 is Thu 29 April 2027. The day you arrive counts as day 1. On a visa, the dates and stay length printed on it, or given at the border, are what count.
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 |
|---|---|
| 90 days on ESTA | |
| 90 days on ESTA | |
| Citizen · no limit |
All the details: United States rules for every passport.
Questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for the US?
Yes. B1/B2 visa required. The stay is set by CBP at entry, usually up to 6 months; extensions can be requested.
How long can Indian citizens stay in the US?
B1/B2 visa. B1/B2 visa required. The stay is set by CBP at entry, usually up to 6 months; extensions can be requested.
When do Indian 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.