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Select your nationality from the dropdown list. This information is used to determine the visa requirements and applicable fees.

Select the type of visa you're applying for. The various types include different durations and entry types. Make sure to choose the one that matches your travel plans.

Enter your first name and middle name exactly as they appear in your passport, using letters A-Z.

Enter your last name exactly as it appears in your passport, using letters A-Z. If you don't have a last name, enter "N/A."

Select your date of birth from the dropdown menus. Make sure this matches the date of birth listed in your passport.

Enter your email address. We'll use this to send you updates about your application. You won't be enrolled in any promotional messages unless you click the checkbox below.

Enter your passport number exactly as shown on your passport. Include all letters and numbers without spaces.

Select the date your passport was issued. This must match the issue date printed on your passport.

Select your passport expiry date. Make sure your passport is valid for your planned travel duration.

Modify Your Application

Update your existing ESTA application details before final approval. Quick and secure modification process.

Understanding Application Modifications

Once your Electronic Travel Authorization has been approved, certain pieces of information can be updated without needing to submit an entirely new application. This modification capability is designed to accommodate the reality that travel plans evolve — accommodation details change, contact information is updated, and itineraries are adjusted as departure dates approach.

However, it is important to understand the distinction between modifiable and non-modifiable information. Core identity details that were used in the security screening process cannot be altered on an existing authorization. Changes to these fundamental fields require a completely new application submission.

Information You Can Update

Your email address for receiving correspondence and notifications
U.S. point of contact name and contact details
Accommodation address or hotel information in the United States
Planned city or cities of visit within the United States
Emergency contact information

Information That Requires a New Application

Certain core personal details are permanently linked to your authorization and the security screening that was conducted during processing. If any of the following details need to be changed, you must submit a fresh application with the correct information:

Full legal name (first name, last name, or any name components)
Passport number or passport details
Country of citizenship or nationality
Gender
Date of birth
Any responses to the eligibility screening questions

How to Modify Your Application

To update modifiable information on your approved authorization, you will need your application reference number and the passport details associated with your application. The modification process is straightforward and typically takes only a few minutes to complete. Changes to modifiable fields take effect immediately and do not require additional processing time.

When making modifications, ensure that all updated information is accurate and current. While changes to travel details do not affect your authorization's validity, providing accurate information helps ensure a smooth experience at U.S. ports of entry. Border officials may reference your application details during the admission process.

If you are unsure whether your specific change qualifies as a modification or requires a new application, our support team can advise you. Providing your reference number when contacting support allows us to quickly assess your situation and recommend the appropriate course of action.

Important Considerations

Modifications to your application do not reset the validity period of your authorization. Your ESTA remains valid for the original two-year period from the date of initial approval, regardless of how many times you update your travel details. Similarly, modifications do not trigger a new security screening — your original approval remains in effect.

If you have obtained a new passport since your authorization was approved, even if all your personal details remain the same, you must submit a new ESTA application linked to your new passport. Your authorization is directly tied to the specific passport number used during the original application, and a new passport number constitutes a fundamental change.