ESTA
Electronic System for Travel Authorization and Visa Waiver Program rules for 41 eligible countries. Covers application process, denial reasons, ESTA vs B-1/B-2 comparison, and CBP entry inspection procedures.
86-Year-Old French Widow Detained by ICE After Visa Waiver Overstay in Alabama
ICE detains 86-year-old French widow of a U.S. veteran for a 2026 visa overstay, sparking a diplomatic push from France for her humanitarian release.
US Adds New Selfie Checks to Visa Waiver Program for ESTA Travelers
New U.S. travel rules require ESTA applicants from 41 countries to submit a passport-style selfie. This adds a…
Israel, Visa Waiver Program, January 30, 2023: First U.S. Hurdle Cleared
Israel remains in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program as of 2026. Eligible citizens can use ESTA for 90-day…
U.S. Embassy Confirms France Keeps Visa Waiver Program ESTA Rules
The U.S. Embassy confirms no immediate changes to ESTA for French citizens; the 90-day Visa Waiver Program remains…
China Expands Visa Waiver for 30-Day Visa-Free Entry Starting February 17 2026
China adds Canada and the UK to its 30-day visa-free travel list starting Feb 17, 2026, allowing easier…
China Expands Visa Waiver Program for 30-Day Visa-Free Entry
China adds Canada and the UK to its 30-day visa-free entry program, allowing 50 countries to visit without…
US Senators Push Back on Social Media Handles for Visa Waiver Program ESTA
U.S. Senators are urging the CBP to scrap a draft rule requiring Visa Waiver Program travelers to submit…
Ghana and Zambia Agree Mutual Visa Waiver to Boost Regional Travel and Trade
Ghana and Zambia have eliminated entry visa requirements for each other's citizens to promote regional trade and integration.…
British and French Travellers to the US Will Need to Provide More Personal Details to Enter Visa Waiver Program
New U.S. travel rules will soon require British and French ESTA applicants to provide extensive personal data, including…
US Customs and Border Protection to Tighten ESTA Rules for Visa Waiver Program Travelers
CBP is advancing a proposal to require more personal data from ESTA applicants, including social media history and…