ESTA holders should check authorisation against new selfie requirement
US Customs and Border Protection now requires a selfie photograph for ESTA. Travellers whose ESTA does not contain the required photograph may need to apply for a new authorisation.
- In effect from
- 4 Nov 2026
- Published
- 4 Nov 2026
Check your ESTA account before travelling to ensure your authorisation remains valid.
If your ESTA does not contain the required selfie photograph, you may need to submit a new ESTA application. The source does not state an effective date for this requirement.
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US Customs and Border Protection now requires a selfie photograph for ESTA. Travellers whose authorisation does not contain the required photograph may need to apply for a new ESTA.
ESTA holders should check for newly required selfie photograph
US Customs and Border Protection now requires a selfie photograph for ESTA. Travellers whose authorisation lacks the required photograph may need to apply for a new ESTA.