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Passports and Entry to the US
Legislation covering USA entry regulations is complex and all passport and visa enquiries relating to entry into the United States must be addressed to the US Government. Visit USA is an association of 200 private organisations all involved in UK-USA travel and has neither the facilities nor the authority to handle and answer any such enquiries.
For matters concerning eligibility to travel, passports, visas, studying or working in the USA, temporary or permanent immigration and customs regulations - please go to the US Embassy website: https://uk.usembassy.gov.
US Visas & ESTA
Please find useful information regarding applying for an ESTA and the Visa Waiver Program below:
ESTA Mobile App - How to Guide
Mobile Passport Control (MPC) - How to Guide
Please refer any enquiries relating to ESTA (Electric System for Travel Authorisation) directly to https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/application.html.
Trusted Traveler Programs and Global Entry
For eligible travelers looking to further simplify their arrival into the United States, Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP), including Global Entry, offer a faster, more efficient entry experience. Designed for pre-approved, low-risk travelers, Global Entry allows members to expedite processing upon arrival using designated lanes or the Global Entry Mobile App. While separate from visa and ESTA requirements, enrollment in Global Entry can help streamline your entry process and reduce time spent at the airport after international travel. Global Entry membership also includes access to TSA PreCheck®, allowing for expedited security screening on domestic flights within the United States.
Available to U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and citizens of select partner countries. For more information, please visit globalentry.gov