US ESTA

The US ESTA is an electronic, passport-linked authorization for Visa Waiver Program nationals travelling to the United States for short visits.

How It Works

Processing Time

Often within minutes

Validity

2 years or passport expiry

Stay Duration

Up to 90 days per visit

Official Fee

US $21 per traveller

Overview

Travel to the US with an ESTA

The US Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is an official digital permission operated by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries. It is linked to your passport and lets you travel to the United States for tourism, business, or transit for up to 90 days without a paper visa. De-Genesis Travel and Tours Ltd confirms whether your nationality qualifies for ESTA, guides you to the official CBP ESTA portal, and helps you submit an accurate application the first time — so you avoid a wasted non-refundable fee.

The US ESTA is for Visa Waiver Program nationals only. If your country is not on the VWP list, or you have visited certain countries recently, you must apply for a B1/B2 visitor visa instead — we will confirm which route applies to you.

Authorization Types

Types of Authorization

US ESTA (Tourism, Business & Transit)

A passport-linked authorization for short VWP visits, valid for two years.

Valid 2 years or until passport expires
Multiple entries, up to 90 days per stay
US $21 official fee per applicant
For VWP nationals only — each traveller needs their own ESTA

Step by Step

Application Process

Confirm VWP Eligibility

We verify that your nationality is on the US Visa Waiver Program list and that ESTA — not a B1/B2 visa — is the correct route for you.

Open the Official Portal

We guide you to the official CBP ESTA portal only — never a third-party copycat site.

Complete the Form

We help you enter your passport and personal details accurately and answer the eligibility questions honestly.

Pay the US $21 Fee

Submit the official fee by card. Note: the fee is non-refundable, even if the ESTA is refused.

Approval & Travel

Most ESTAs are approved within minutes and emailed to you. Present your passport at the US port of entry.

What You Need

Documents Required

A valid passport from a US Visa Waiver Program country
An e-passport (biometric) with a digital chip
Sufficient remaining passport validity
A working email address to receive the ESTA
A credit or debit card for the US $21 fee
Personal and travel details, plus eligibility answers

Request a Service

Apply Online

US ESTA Application

Complete the secure form below to submit your US ESTA application. Our team will review your details and process your request on the official government portal.