ESTA application deadlines

There are several deadlines to consider for the ESTA application: the time to obtain and the time to validate. To make your request online in a few minutes, simply click on the online form.

How long does it take to get the ESTA

The U.S. government recommends that you apply for ESTA at least 3 days before you embark on your trip. The ESTA certificate is issued within a maximum of 72 hours. For the majority of the requests the answer is obtained by e-mail in a few minutes.

Note: Occasionally, files are selected at random for further review of the information submitted. No need to worry, this is a very common procedure. In this case, the status of your file will be pending, but you will receive a response within 72 hours.

The U.S. authorities have full authority to select who is allowed to enter the United States. In response to the rise in terrorist acts, the U.S. government has put in place various measures to increase the protection of U.S. citizens. Analyzing the answers given by people who wish to visit the United States for tourism or business is one of the ways to control entry into the United States.

ESTA validity periods

The ESTA travel authorization is an alternative to the American visa for some trips. The most common visas are the B1 business visa and the B2 tourist visa.

ESTA authorization is available to all nationals of countries participating in the VWP program. An ESTA application is valid for two years or until your passport expires if it expires before two years.