Answers before you apply

ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is required for citizens of 42 countries to enter the United States for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days without a visa. If you hold a passport from a Visa Waiver Program country, you must have an approved ESTA before boarding your flight or ship to the USA.

You can absolutely apply directly on the official CBP website (esta.cbp.dhs.gov) for $40.27. Our service charges an additional $58.73 to provide step-by-step guidance, help text on every field, automatic error checking, and to submit the application on your behalf — saving you time and reducing the risk of costly mistakes.

The total cost is $99.00, made up of the $40.27 U.S. government ESTA fee (paid directly to CBP) and our $58.73 service fee, which covers guided form assistance, real-time validation, document upload, automatic submission, email notifications, and 24/7 support.