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January 2009
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ESTA—now mandatory—is a FREE service for VWP travelers to the U.S.
Beginning on January 12, international travelers to the United States from the 27 countries that participate in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) need to receive an electronic travel authorization before departing to the United States. The application should be submitted to https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/ at least 72 hours prior to travel. The authorization will be valid for multiple entries to the United States for up to two years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security to expand US-VISIT biometric categories
On December 18, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced its plans to expand the categories of non-U.S. citizens required to provide both digital fingerprints and a photograph upon entering the United States through US-VISIT.
CWT Traveler wants to know
CWT Traveler would like to give readers the opportunity to weigh in on topics of relevance to travelers. Each month highlights a single survey question, and the following month reveals the results. Readers also have the option to submit potential survey questions to be highlighted in future issues of CWT Traveler. January’s question is below, along with the link to submit your response.
Have you used your cell phone/mobile device as your boarding pass?
- Yes
- No, and I don’t think I will
- No, but I would like to try it
Submit your response here.