US ESTA
Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries visiting briefly for tourism, business, transit or family.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is an online clearance for Visa Waiver Program travellers, used instead of a visa. It is not a visa.
It covers short visits for tourism, family visits, business and transit. Work, study, living in the US and changing or extending status are not permitted.
Who needs it
- Needed by citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries (for example the UK, Ireland, most EU states, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore) for short visits.
- Travellers who visited Cuba, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Libya or Yemen since March 2011 are not eligible and should apply for a B1/B2 visa.
- Non-VWP citizens and longer stays need a B1/B2 visa.
- Every traveller, including infants and children, needs their own ESTA.
2Requirements
- E-passportValid for the whole stay; must carry the electronic-chip symbol on the cover
- Email addressA valid address
- Contact detailsHome address and phone number
- Emergency contactEmail and phone of an emergency contact
Important to know
- Approval does not guarantee entry; a border officer decides at passport control.
- If denied, apply for a B1/B2 visitor visa at a US embassy or consulate.
- It is safest to treat it as falling under the B1/B2 visa.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application.
- Receive your resultA confirmation arrives by email; carrying a printed copy is recommended.
4Timing and speed
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal at no service charge.
6After approval
- A confirmation arrives by email; carrying a printed copy is recommended.
- It cannot be extended during the stay.
- Passport details cannot be amended after submission; a new passport needs a new application.
?Questions about US ESTA
Is an ESTA a visa?
No. It is an online authorisation; a visa is issued by an embassy or consulate.
What is the Visa Waiver Program?
A visa exemption scheme for around 40 participating countries, for up to 90 days of tourism, business or transit.
How long can I stay?
Up to 90 days per visit.
How long is it valid?
Generally two years or until the passport expires.
How long does processing take?
Most are done within minutes; the US government advises up to 72 hours.
Do children need one?
Yes, each person needs their own.
Do I need it to transit?
Yes, there is no transit area that bypasses immigration.
What if it is denied?
Apply for a B1/B2 visa.
Is it a visa?
No, an electronic authorisation tied to your passport.
What if denied?
Apply for a B1/B2 visa at a US Embassy or Consulate.
How long does the US ESTA take?
Processing: as fast as 1 hour. Official processing: up to 72 hours. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using US ESTA help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
