The Urgent USA ESTA option is relevant to travellers who need travel authorisation close to their departure date. ESTA applications are submitted online, but travellers should not rely on an urgent application as a guaranteed same-day solution. Processing can sometimes require additional checks, and an application may not be approved simply because the journey is urgent. If you have a last-minute trip, submit the application as soon as possible and carefully check every answer before payment. Keep your application reference available so you can check its status. Whenever possible, apply well before your flight. This gives you time to address any issue if additional information is required or your ESTA is not approved.
