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US Department of Homeland Security 245 Murray Ln SW, Washington, DC 20528, USA
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About ESTA

The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is an automated system from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. It determines the eligibility of visitors to travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Travelers from VWP countries must use ESTA to apply for authorization for short-term tourist or business stays of up to 90 days.

ESTA Details

Vendor
US Department of Homeland Security
Year Launched
2009
Location
US Department of Homeland Security 245 Murray Ln SW, Washington, DC 20528, USA
Deployment
cloud, ios, android, web browser
Training Options
demo
Countries Served
All Countries
Languages
English, Czech, Danish, German, Greek, Spanish, Estonian, Finnish, French, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Slovak, Slovenian, Swedish, Chinese
Users
Travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries, International tourists, International business travelers, Travel agents
Industries Served
Government, Travel & Tourism
Tags
cbp, dhs

ESTA's In-App Market Place

Does ESTA have an in-app market place?

Yes

How many Mini-Apps in the marketplace?

0

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Pricing Options

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Accepted Payment Currencies

USD

Pros & Cons

  • Streamlines the travel authorization process for citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries.
  • Application processing is fast, with decisions often returned within minutes.
  • The entire application can be completed online via web browser or a dedicated mobile app.
  • Eliminates the need for a more complex and time-consuming visa application for short-term travel.
  • The $21 USD application fee is non-refundable, even if the application is denied.
  • An approved ESTA does not guarantee admission to the United States; the final decision rests with a CBP officer at the port of entry.
  • The system is only for citizens of specific Visa Waiver Program countries; others must apply for a visa.
  • Applicants are vulnerable to unofficial third-party websites that charge excessive fees for submitting an ESTA application.
  • Significant errors on a submitted application cannot be corrected, requiring a new application and fee.

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