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ESTA online for travel to Chicago

Chicago is located on Lake Michigan in the United States. To stay in Chicago, foreign nationals must be in possession of a valid travel authorization or visa.

Can I travel to Chicago with an ESTA?

For stays of less than 90 days, travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries can land in Chicago with just an ESTA travel authorization.

How do I obtain an ESTA?

You can apply for ESTA authorization entirely online. Filling in the ESTA form takes just a few minutes, provided the applicant has a passport valid for travel to the USA. The online procedure must be completed at least 3 days before departure for Chicago.

To obtain ESTA authorization, simply click on ESTA online form.

Do I need an ESTA for a stopover in Chicago?

A traveler with an ESTA can stop over in Chicago without a U.S. visa. ESTA authorization allows you to make stopovers anywhere in the United States. Travelers must be in possession of their travel documents for the USA.

On the other hand, you don’t need to have printed out your ESTA before going to the airport.

How much does ESTA cost?

The ESTA fee is set by the American authorities. The price has changed since the Visa Waiver Program was introduced: the basic fee has been US$21 since May 2022. Payment for ESTA is made online by credit card only. The request is only processed once the payment has been validated.

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