Guides to ESTA and the Visa Waiver Programme — eligibility, costs, processing and when you need a full visa instead.
ESTA decisions usually arrive within 72 hours, but that is not a guaranteed deadline. Here is how to check your status and plan if your flight is approaching.
Learn how third-party ESTA sites charge hidden fees, sometimes double or triple the official $40.62 fee. This guide shows you how to spot overcharges, avoid scams, and apply directly on the official US government website.
Italian passport holders: distinguish US ESTA from UK ETA, check eligibility and use the correct official application service for your destination.
Find out if the US will require 5 years of social media history for ESTA applications. Current rules, proposed changes, and how to stay compliant.
Compare ESTA and the B1/B2 visitor visa by passport eligibility, trip purpose and permitted stay. Understand why they are not interchangeable.
A practical sequence for a revoked ESTA: official status checks, honest reapplication limits, redress uncertainty and time-sensitive booking decisions.
Recent ESTA system glitches have caused travellers to be incorrectly denied boarding or entry to the US. Learn what the glitch is, how to check if you're affected, and steps to resolve it before your trip.
Check Visa Waiver Program nationality, passport and personal-history requirements before applying for ESTA. Country eligibility is only one condition.
Complete guide to applying for ESTA as a UK citizen in 2026. Step-by-step process, fees, validity, and what to do if denied.
Learn why ESTA applications are denied, how ESTA revocation differs from denial, and what steps to take if your travel authorization is cancelled or refused.
Visiting Iran can lead to an ESTA denial for the US. Learn why, how to check your status, and what alternatives exist for travel to the US.
The approved-application fee is USD 40.27 as checked on 11 October 2026. A published increase to USD 40.62 takes effect on 16 October; agent charges are separate.