Cancel ESTA Application

Canceling your ESTA application is possible under specific circumstances, but understanding the timing and refund policies is essential before proceeding. The cancellation process depends on the current status of your application and when you submit your cancellation request.

When You Can Cancel:

• • Before your application is submitted to U.S. authorities (full refund available)
• • Within 24 hours of payment if application is still pending (partial refund possible)
• • If you made an error and need to resubmit with correct information
• • When travel plans change and ESTA is no longer needed

Refund Structure:

Full Refund: Available when the application has not been transmitted to U.S. authorities and no government processing has begun. This typically applies to cancellations made within hours of submission.

Partial Refund: Service fees may be refunded, but the U.S. government fee ($21.00) is non-refundable once your application enters the official processing system, as mandated by U.S. regulations.

No Refund: Once your ESTA is approved or denied, no refunds are available as the application has been fully processed by U.S. authorities.

Alternative Options:

Instead of canceling, consider whether modifying your application details would meet your needs. Certain information like contact details and travel plans can be updated without requiring a new application. If you have travel plan changes, remember that ESTA authorizations are valid for multiple trips over two years, so you may still use it for future travel to the United States.