U.S. Customs and Border Protection has just launched its redesigned website for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) which visitors can use to apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to traveling to the United States. This new website will make the process of applying for an ESTA easier.
“We recognized the need to improve upon the ESTA application process and with feedback from our stakeholders and travelers, we are proud to launch this easier-to-use site,” said R. Gil Kerlikowske, CBP Commissioner. “CBP remains committed to promoting travel and tourism to the U.S. by improving the international arrivals experience and this website, along with Trusted Traveler Programs and Automated Passport Control are important steps to enhancing travelers’ arrival experience.”
Along with improved functionality and navigation capabilities, the new website includes the following features:
- Access to FAQs during the application process
- New mobile-friendly design
- The ability to access translated versions of the page
- Shift of the group feature to the beginning of the application process to make it easier for families and groups to submit their applications at once
