Originally Posted by
Speedbird876
So I've used the automatic passport gates at LHR where my EU passport doesn't get stamped. It's just scan picture-page and go.
If I use these gates in the US, do I get a stamp in my passport as an ESTA-holder?
(I know this is kind of a dumb question for those that have used the gates the answer to which is obvious.)
Your inspection (as a visitor) is still finished by a human being at an inspection post. Just the first part of the picture taking/finger print recording is automated.
Ample time for stamping.