US ESTA for Australians

Australians visiting the United States for a short holiday or business trip usually travel under the Visa Waiver Program, which means you need an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before you fly.

What is an ESTA?

An ESTA is an online travel authorisation linked to your passport. It is generally valid for multiple trips over two years, or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It is not a visa, and it does not guarantee entry.

What you'll need

Your Australian passport (with at least the validity required for your trip)
A photo of your passport's photo page
Your home address, employer details and an emergency contact
Your US address or hotel, if you know it
Answers to the eligibility questions, which you answer yourself

How MyVisaMate helps

We take you through the form in plain English, a person checks your answers before we submit, and we email you when there's an update. Choose how fast we submit: within 24 hours, 4 hours or 15 minutes.

Start your ESTA application

MyVisaMate is a private company, not a government agency. Your price includes the government fee, so you pay one all-in price.

Popular places for Australians

Hawaii: Honolulu, Waikiki and the islands of Maui and the Big Island. Hawaii is a US state, so you need an ESTA here too.
Los Angeles: Hollywood, Disneyland and the beaches of Santa Monica and Malibu.
New York City: Times Square, Central Park, Broadway shows and the Statue of Liberty.
Las Vegas: the Strip's shows and casinos, and the gateway to the Grand Canyon.
San Francisco: the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars and road trips along the Pacific Coast Highway.

United States: quick facts

Capital: Washington, D.C.
Currency: US dollar (USD)
Language: English
Power: Type A and B plugs, 120V. Bring an adaptor, and check your devices work on 120V
Driving: on the right
Emergency number: 911