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Eligibility Test
Check if you qualify for ESTA
Check your eligibility
(For passport holders of any country)
Apply for a new ESTA
ESTA Application Requirements:
You are citizen of a Visa Waiver Country
Verify/Update ESTA
Update your existing ESTA
ESTA Update Requirements:
You are citizen of a Visa Waiver Country
You should have the following information on hand when filling out your ESTA online application:
Fill Out Your ESTA Application
Visit the official ESTA website or a third-party company website, and fill out the application with the required information listed above, as well as your current travel arrangements, your credit card information, and all other questions. An application must be submitted for every member of your travel-party who does not have a visa, including minors.
Submit Your ESTA Application
The ESTA site allows you to review your information by navigating between steps before submitting your application. Double-check all information for accuracy.
Pay the ESTA Application Fee
Make a payment on our website if you want to use our review and processing services. We charge $ 83.00 per application. You are free to use the official government website if you do not need help with your application.
Receive Your Travel Authorization by Email
If your application is approved, you should receive your travel authorization by email (in PDF format) within a few minutes of submission. Although in some cases more time is required to process an application, you can expect your travel authorization within 72 hours.
You will receive one of three application statuses:
You are not required to have a paper printout of your ESTA status on hand—the DHS will have an electronic record of your authorization. However, it's recommended to have your printout available in order to advise your carrier of your ESTA authorization, and to have your authorization number for your records.
There are multiple situations when you might need to reapply for an ESTA authorization. You should submit a new application if:
New applications will be charged at the same flat fee as the initial application.
As ESTA is an online-only program, travelers without Internet access can engage a third party (a service agent, travel agent, relative, or friend) to submit their ESTA application on their behalf. The traveler is still legally responsible for any answer submitted on their application.
