An ESTA group application allows multiple travelers from Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries to submit their ESTA requests together in one session. It’s a convenient way for families or groups to apply and pay at once—but each person still receives an individual ESTA approval.
✅ All group members must meet the same eligibility requirements and have valid e-passports.
👥 Who Can Use ESTA Group Applications? #
You can use a group application if:
- All travelers are from VWP countries
- Each person is traveling to the U.S. for tourism, business, or transit
- Every group member has a valid e-passport
- You want to pay for all applications in one transaction
📌 A group can contain up to 50 travelers, and one person (the “coordinator”) manages the application.
📝 How to Submit an ESTA Group Application #
- Go to https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov
- Click “Create New Group of Applications”
- Enter the group contact person’s details
- Add each traveler’s passport and travel info
- Submit and pay the total fee (number of people × $21)
- Check status for each member individually
💳 Each traveler’s fee is $21 USD, even in group submissions.
🕒 Processing Time for ESTA Group Applications #
- Most approvals come within minutes
- Some may take up to 72 hours
- Group submission does not guarantee all members will be approved at the same time
📌 Summary: ESTA Group Application Facts #
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Max travelers | Up to 50 per group |
| Fee | $21 per person |
| Approval type | Individual approvals for each member |
| Coordinator role | Manages submission and payment |
| Processing time | Minutes to 72 hours per traveler |
✅ Key Benefits of ESTA Group Applications #
- Apply for multiple travelers in one session
- Make a single payment for the whole group
- Save time when managing family or tour group travel
