ESTA Fee Nearly Doubles from $21 to $40 Starting September 30, 2025
The U.S. government will raise the ESTA application fee from $21 to $40 starting 30 September 2025 – nearly doubling the cost for travelers using the Visa Waiver Program.
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New U.S. Visa Rules: Mandatory Interviews, Higher Fees, and Bond Requirement in 2025
From September 2025, U.S. visa applicants face in-person interviews, new integrity fees, and in some cases a refundable bond – reshaping the travel process for millions.