Logic check: mistakenly entered wrong Cuba travel date on ESTA application — immediate rejection?
Realizing this is not about a simple clerical error, but a trigger for a specific inadmissibility clause.
I went through a comparable administrative ordeal recently, and the process was rigorous.
A wrong Cuba date alone usually won’t cause an immediate ESTA rejection, but any inconsistency in travel history can trigger a denial or secondary screening. If the mistake is material (e.g. wrong year or hiding post-2021 travel), it’s safer to submit a new ESTA with correct info or apply for a B1/B2 instead. ESTA is very strict on accuracy—errors can invalidate it even if unintentional.