What do I need to know about the new entry formality (ESTA) required for the United States from 12 January 2009?
If you are traveling to or via the United States and if you come from a country that is part of the Visa Exemption Program, from 12 January the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) replaces the form that has until now been completed on the plane. If you travel to the USA from 12 January 2009, it is essential that you complete the ESTA form before you travel in order to receive travel authorization that must be printed off. (https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/esta.html?_flowExecutionKey=_cA6A9D987-C369-473D-A354-E9329F6C767D_kF7140D77-F93C-7EB6-CF97-A12B5E453BC1) You must take this travel authorization with you when you travel. If you do not have this document or if it is invalid, the airline company may refuse to allow you to board the aircraft. The form must be filled out at the latest 72 hours prior to departure, but it is recommended that you complete it as soon as you plan your journey. This procedure applies to adults and children (whatever their age). The information requ
If you are traveling to or via the United States and if you come from a country that is part of the Visa Exemption Program, from 12 January the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) replaces the form that has until now been completed on the plane. If you travel to the USA from 12 January 2009, it is essential that you complete the ESTA form before you travel in order to receive travel authorization that must be printed off. (https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/esta.html?_flowExecutionKey=_cA6A9D987-C369-473D-A354-E9329F6C767D_kF7140D77-F93C-7EB6-CF97-A12B5E453BC1) You must take this travel authorization with you when you travel. If you do not have this document or if it is invalid, the airline company may refuse to allow you to board the aircraft. The form must be filled out at the latest 72 hours prior to departure, but it is recommended that you complete it as soon as you plan your journey. This procedure applies to adults and children (whatever their age). The information requ
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- What do I need to know about the new entry formality (ESTA) required for the United States from 12 January 2009?
