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Hi Roberto,
 We have a lay-over in USA for 2 hours going to Philippines with my family and they are holding canadian passport except me, i am still a phil. passport holder.Do i need a visa to get in USA while waiting for our flight?

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Dona,

Since August of 2003 the U.S. Department of Homeland Security,   U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) suspended both the US Transit Without Visa (TWOV) and   International-to-International (ITI) programs until further notice. All aliens travelling to or through the United
States must be in possession of a valid visa.

The only expection is if flying Cathay Pacific between Hong Kong and Toronto via Anchorage, Alaska.

So you'll need a visa!

My best Regards,
R. Gomes

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