Obtaining the ESTA

You are planning a trip to the United States soon. You will need to obtain your ESTA document before flying to your destination. An ESTA authorization allows you to travel to the USA without a visa. It can be applied for by citizens of countries that are members of the Visa Waiver Program.

Documents to obtain an ESTA

The ESTA application is done online. To fill out your form quickly, make sure you have all the necessary documents at hand, you will need them:

• Your personal information (contact information, names of your parents, information about your return flight).
• Your passport.
• A credit card to pay for the ESTA.

What is the procedure for obtaining an ESTA?

Obtaining an ESTA declaration is within the reach of all Internet users. Start by going to the official website to apply individually. You will then have access to a form divided into several parts.

Personal information

The ESTA form begins with a few questions about your personal information. You will be asked to enter your first and last name, date of birth and telephone number. In a second step, you will have to indicate your passport number but also your departure city and your flight number.

The 10-question questionnaire

In the third step, you will be asked a series of ten questions that you will answer yes or no. The latter talk about your legal history, your relationship with American law, and your health.

Verification and payment

Your ESTA form is then completed. All you have to do is review your personal information and your answers to the questionnaire. Far from being anecdotal, this step is essential because in case of error, your ESTA form will be invalid.

Finally, you will have to pay the application fee directly online. The payment is made only by credit card. Once paid, the ESTA form is sent very quickly. In the longest cases, you will receive it within 72 hours maximum.