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Provide your passport information, travel plans, and personal details. The form takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.
Your information is verified for accuracy and completeness to ensure your application meets all requirements.
Once approved, your ESTA authorization is delivered to your email. Most applications are processed within 24 to 72 hours.
An ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is a mandatory travel authorization for citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries visiting the United States for tourism, business, or transit. If your country participates in the VWP, you must obtain an ESTA before boarding a flight or vessel to the U.S.
Most ESTA applications are processed and approved within 24 hours. In some cases, processing may take up to 72 hours. We recommend applying at least 72 hours before your planned departure date.
An approved ESTA is valid for two years from the date of approval, or until your passport expires — whichever comes first. During this period, you can make multiple trips to the United States.
You need a valid e-passport (electronic passport with a chip) from a Visa Waiver Program country, a valid email address, and a selfie photo meeting CBP quality requirements. You will also need to provide a U.S. point of contact or accommodation address.
Yes, you can submit ESTA applications for multiple travellers in a single session. Each traveller requires their own passport details and personal information.
If your ESTA application is denied, you will need to apply for a U.S. visa through your nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Common reasons for denial include previous immigration violations, criminal history, or discrepancies in the information provided. ESTA denials cannot be appealed, but you may reapply if your circumstances have changed.
Yes, the ESTA covers transit through the United States. Even if you are only passing through a U.S. airport on your way to another country, you must have a valid ESTA or visa.
Yes, every traveller regardless of age requires their own ESTA authorization. Children must have their own passport and a separate ESTA application.
An ESTA is a simpler, faster travel authorization available only to citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries for stays up to 90 days. A visa requires an in-person interview at a U.S. embassy and is for longer stays or non-VWP citizens.
The U.S. government charges an ESTA authorization fee of $40.70 USD per person. This fee is separate from any service or processing fees. It applies to each traveller, including children, and is non-refundable regardless of whether the application is approved or denied.
No, an ESTA does not permit employment in the United States. It is only valid for tourism, business meetings, conferences, and transit. If you plan to work, you need the appropriate work visa.