Originally Posted by
Globaliser
Where did you read that? A machine-readable passport plus a digital photo are no longer good enough for the VWP. She must now have an e-passport. If she doesn't have an e-passport, she will need a visa.
You're incorrect, which is kind of amusing given your black and white criticism earlier in the thread.
As per
GUWonder's previous post and this official link:
https://www.dhs.gov/visa-waiver-program-requirements
So yes a machine-readable passport or a M/R one with digital photo is still acceptable for VWP use providing your issue date falls between certain dates and country joined VWP prior to 2008, so clearly a screw-up has been made, which for certain travellers (my wife included) has caused unnecessary grief and financial cost.