FAQ ON THE VISA WAIVER PROGRAM

Do French nationals wishing to visit the United States need to apply for an ESTA?

French nationals and residents of the other 38 Visa Waiver Program countries can enter the United States without a visa using the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).

Travel to the United States is permitted visa-free through this electronic authorization.

To enter the United States, French visitors must possess either.

How many trips can I make with an ESTA during its validity period, and how long is it valid?

An ESTA authorization is valid for two years, or until the expiration of your passport, whichever comes first.

A two-year validity period for an ESTA visa waiver allows for multiple trips.

Generally, there are no restrictions on how many times you can visit the United States.

What are the passport requirements for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP)?

French nationals must have a valid passport to apply.

The passport, also known as an e-passport, must be machine-readable.

Is an ESTA required for transit through the United States?

Authorization is required for all eligible passengers wishing to enter the United States.

In transit, French nationals and those from other VWP-covered nations must also obtain this authorization.

Therefore, you must select "Yes" in the ESTA application section regarding arrival for transit to a destination other than the United States if you are transiting through the country to another country.

Can I obtain an ESTA before planning my trip to the United States?

It is advisable to plan your trip before filling out your ESTA application. However, it is not mandatory.

You can apply before planning your trip.

If I am traveling to the United States within 72 hours, how can I apply for an ESTA?

Typically, tourists must apply for a visa waiver at least 72 hours before their intended departure from the United States.

Must travelers bring their printed ESTA authorization to the airport?

Travelers participating in the Visa Waiver Program do not need to bring a printed ESTA authorization to the airport.

An electronic authorization linked to the passport holder is the ESTA.

To ensure they remember their authorization number, we advise tourists to print a personal copy of their ESTA authorization.

Which countries need an ESTA authorization to enter the United States visa-free?

If you are a citizen of any of these countries and wish to visit the United States, you can apply online for an ESTA authorization:

Andorra, Germany, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Chile, South Korea, Denmark, Spain, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Monaco, Norway, New Zealand, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Malta, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, San Marino, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan.