ESTA: Apply for travel authorization for the United States online
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You can apply for travel permits for the United States online through ESTA. We explain step-by-step how to do it.
Travel authorization via ESTA - step by step
In the following steps, you apply for a travel authorization for the USA online via ESTA. It takes approximately five to ten minutes to complete the application.
- Go to the ESTA website.
- Click on "German" in the upper right corner to be able to apply for a travel authorization in German.
- Scroll down and click "Next" in the "Apply for a new US travel authorization for individuals or groups."
- Read the waiver information carefully. Confirm that you agree to the terms and click "Next".
- Entry fees are currently $ 14. Confirm again and click "Next".
- Now enter data about yourself, clinical pictures and criminal records. The information marked with an asterisk is mandatory.
- Confirm the information and click "Next".
- Your data will now be listed. If information is contradictory or missing, you will be automatically informed.
- Confirm the accuracy of the information listed by repeatedly entering the requested data.
- Enter your credit card details and complete the application by clicking on "Send payment>".
- You will now receive an electronic verification document, which you should print out and take with you on your trip to America in case of doubt.
ESTA travel authorization: what do you need?
What exactly ESTA is and what you need for a successful application for travel authorization in the USA can be summarized as follows:
- ESTA is the "Electronic System for Travel Authorization".
- You can find comprehensive information at travelicia.de/esta.
- You need a valid passport to apply for travel authorization.
- Payment of the applicable fees is only possible via credit card.
- Specific travel dates are not yet required when the application is submitted.
- If you have any further questions during the application process, the FAQs on the official website will help you.
- Attention! On the "esta-online.org" website, for example, you pay significantly more than the usual $ 14.