ESTA holders should check authorisation for 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
- 30 Sept 2026
- Published
- 30 Sept 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 give an effective date for the requirement.
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