United States•North AmericaVisa Waiver Program (ESTA)
At a Glance
Processing Time
0-72 days
Application Fee
21 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Allows citizens of 42 participating countries to travel to the US for tourism or business for up to 90 days without a visa. Requires ESTA approval.
The Visa Waiver Program enables nationals of 42 participating countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. Travelers must have a valid ESTA approval prior to travel.
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Requirements
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: All except VWP countries: Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Chile, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, San Marino, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
From VWP country, e-passport
Return ticket
Proof of onward travel
ESTA approval
Electronic authorization
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Advantages
- No visa interview required
- Fast online application
- Low cost
- Valid for 2 years
- Multiple entries
Considerations
- Cannot extend stay
- Cannot change status
- 90-day maximum
- Cannot work or study
- Restrictions for certain travel history
Application Process
Apply for ESTA
Online application at least 72 hours before travel
Pay ESTA fee
USD 21
Receive approval
Usually instant
Travel to US
ESTA valid for 2 years or passport expiry
Application Forms
ESTA Application
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