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Select your nationality from the dropdown list. This information is used to determine the visa requirements and applicable fees.

Select the type of visa you're applying for. The various types include different durations and entry types. Make sure to choose the one that matches your travel plans.

Please select the date you will be arriving at your destination. This date will help us determine the validity period of your visa.

Enter your first name and middle name exactly as they appear in your passport, using letters A-Z.

Enter your last name exactly as it appears in your passport, using letters A-Z. If you don't have a last name, enter "N/A."

Select your date of birth from the dropdown menus. Make sure this matches the date of birth listed in your passport.

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Select the nationality as it appears on your passport. This must match the nationality on the passport you're using for this application.

Check this box if you want to skip entering your passport information at this moment. You'll need to provide this information later to complete your application.

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ESTA Application Fees

Complete breakdown of ESTA application costs and payment information

Official ESTA Fees

All fees are set by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

$21.00

Official Fee

Standard ESTA Application

This is the official government fee charged by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for processing your ESTA application.

Application Processing:$4.00
Authorization Fee:$17.00
Total:$21.00

Fee Breakdown

Processing Fee ($4.00)
Charged for all applications to cover administrative costs
Authorization Fee ($17.00)
Only charged when ESTA is approved (promotes tourism)

Accepted Payment Methods

Credit Cards

• Visa
• Mastercard
• American Express
• Discover

Debit Cards

• Visa Debit
• Mastercard Debit
• Must have sufficient funds
• International usage enabled

Security Features

• SSL Encryption
• PCI Compliant
• 3D Secure Authentication
• No card details stored

Beware of Third-Party Services

Many websites charge additional service fees on top of the official $21.00 government fee. These are private companies that provide assistance services but are not required for your application.

Official ESTA Application

Government Fee:$21.00
Service Fee:$0.00
Total:$21.00

Third-Party Services

Government Fee:$21.00
Service Fee:$39-$199
Total:$60-$220

Refund Policy

Non-Refundable Fees

Processing Fee ($4.00)
Never refunded, regardless of application outcome
Authorization Fee if Approved
Cannot be refunded once ESTA is approved

Refund Scenarios

Application Denied
Authorization fee ($17.00) is not charged
Payment Error
Duplicate charges are automatically refunded

Additional Considerations

Currency Exchange

International cards may incur foreign transaction fees charged by your bank (typically 1-3%).

Renewal Costs

ESTA is valid for 2 years. You'll need to pay the full fee again for renewal applications.

Travel Insurance

Consider purchasing travel insurance separately. ESTA fees do not include any insurance coverage.

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Official ESTA applications cost only $21.00. Start your secure application now.

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