United States visa for Australians

All Australian citizens who would like to visit the United States of America should obtain a suitable visa beforehand. Currently, they can choose one of the two available application methods – traditional registration for a standard visa at the US Embassy or online application for an electronic visa US ESTA.

The ESTA Visa Waiver Program was introduced globally in 2009. The primary goal of the electronic system was to facilitate the procedure of visa application so that more tourists would visit the country. It is also used to monitor and register all travelers entering or leaving the USA.

Because of the electronic travel authorization system, you can apply for a US visa in three simple steps. All you need to do is complete the application form with relevant information (personal data, travel details), upload the documents required for the successful processing, and make the payment for the registration fee. The entire procedure should not take more than 15 minutes.

When your visa is authorized, it will be delivered to your e-mail address. The approval notice should be sent a few days after completing the visa registration. Make sure to check your e-mail inbox regularly.

Once approved, the USA visa for Australian citizens remains valid for 2 years. With the ESTA, you can visit the United States multiple times during the validity period of your visa and spend up to 90 days in the country per visit. You can enjoy travel related to tourism, business, and leisure.

Do Australian citizens need a visa to the United States?

Every Australian citizen should have a valid visa if they wish to visit the United States. They may obtain the visa at the nearest US Embassy but should keep in mind this procedure requires them to appear in the office in person. It is much more convenient to apply for a visa online – you can do it from the comfort of your home in less than 15 minutes.

How to apply for a US visa?

The US ESTA application can be conducted fully online. All you need to prepare beforehand is a working electronic device with a stable internet connection. Make sure you also have all the essential documents on hand. This way, the procedure should be hassle-free.

For a successful US ESTA registration procedure, follow this short guide:

Fill in the visa application form with the most important personal data
Upload the mandatory documentation in digital format to the form
Make the payment for the visa processing to complete the procedure

As soon as you have completed the procedure, the confirmation will be delivered to your inbox. Each application has a unique number which can be used to track the processing of your visa.

When your visa is authorized, you will receive an approval notice to your e-mail address. To ensure no message has gone unseen, we highly recommend always checking the SPAM folder as well.

What documents are required for a USA visa?

Visa applicants should bear in mind that their visa registration will not be approved unless they provide all the mandatory documentation. For a successful application, it is essential to meet the US ESTA requirements and obey the visa policy of the United States of America.

Visa requirements

Passport that will remain valid for at least 6 months from the planned travel
Current photograph of the applicant’s face

Entry requirements

Passport that will remain valid for at least 6 months from the planned travel
Approved US ESTA, separate for every traveler

It is important to remember that all the uploaded documentation should be translated into or written originally in the English language. If it is necessary, use the services of a professional translator.

What is the standard US visa processing time?

The application procedure online is very convenient as it can be conducted anywhere and anytime. If you have all the required documents ready, the process should be completed in less than 15 minutes.

The standard processing time of the US ESTA processing is usually a few business days. However, there may be some delays in case of spelling errors in the form or missing documents for the process.

How much does the US visa cost?

Regardless of the selected visa type, the price of your US ESTA is only 49 EUR. It includes the processing of the visa application and the assistance of the Support Team (available via call or e-mail).

You can cover the processing fee using any of the preferred online payment methods. You can use the services such as Klarna, Sofort, Google Pay, or PayPal. However, it is also possible to complete the purchase with a credit card, debit card, or a direct bank transfer.

Can children apply for a US visa?

Every traveler, including both adults and children, should have a separate US ESTA while traveling to the United States of America. If they do not possess a valid visa and do not come from a country that is granted visa-free entry into the US, they will not be able to cross the American borders.

The ESTA application for minors must be completed by their parents or legal guardians. Naturally, all the information provided in the form must be true.

NOTE: In case of any further questions regarding the US ESTA application, feel free to contact the Support Team or reach out directly to one of the diplomatic missions of the United States.

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