Virgin Atlantic: ESTA Fee Update

 10 September 2025

The US government has announced that the fee for applying for a US ESTA will increase to $40 from the 30th September 2025.

If your customers already have an approved ESTA, nothing changes – this only applies to new applications or any unpaid applications still in the system once the update takes effect.

So, if your customer is planning a trip to the U.S. and needs an ESTA, it’s worth applying and paying before the end of September to avoid the higher charge.

Find out more here