Travel authorisations are valid for two years or until your passport expires. The Authorization Approved screen displays your expiration date.
Your ESTA authorisation is valid for multiple trips within a 2-year period. This starts from the date that you were approved or ends when your passport expires. To travel, you don’t need to reapply for ESTA authorisations.
If your ESTA expires within the U.S., your departure will not be affected
Notification: It is recommended that you print a copy of the document to keep for your records. It is already electronically accessible to the officers.
ESTA authorisation does not mean you can stay permanently in the U.S. for longer than two years. This authorisation permits you to travel to America under the Visa Waiver Program, which allows you to stay for a maximum of 90 days. If you plan to stay for more than 90 days, you must apply at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Travel authorisation is required if you obtain a new passport or change your name and gender. If you have changed the answer to one of your VWP eligibility questions, this authorisation is required. A new ESTA fee will be charged for each new application.
We recommend that you apply for ESTA as soon as you book your travel, but no later than 72 hours before your flight.