c/brainworms · by DeadWorld@lemm.ee · 3y

European Union to require U.S. travelers with passports to fill out visa application

https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/boston/news/european-union-american-travelers-fill-out-visa-application/

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iain@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 3y (2 replies)

"Because if they institute it, there is nothing to stop the Americans from instituting a visa charge for them to come into the United States," said Greenberg.

The US already charges $21 and have Europeans fill out such a form. Greenberg is an idiot.

PersnickityPenguin@lemm.ee · 5 pts · 3y (1 reply)

That doesn't appear correct, Europeans only need an ESTA.

Visa Waiver Program Overview The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables most citizens or nationals of participating countries* to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa.

If they don't, it's only an $8 fee.

iain@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 3y

I very recently applied to travel to the US, the ESTA fee is $21. You have to apply every two years, or after getting a new passport or other personal details change. You need a valid ESTA to qualify for VWP.

Pons_Aelius@kbin.social · 2 pts · 3y

Find out an online visa application? That's the process required to travel to the US from the EU...