| I’m from the UK and planning a trip to New York. I’ve heard about the ESTA, do I need one before I fly, or is there a way to apply at the airport? |
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Yes, as a UK citizen you need an ESTA before you fly to the US. You cannot apply at the airport, so it’s important to sort this in advance. The ESTA must be approved before you board your flight, as airlines check for it at check-in.
The application is done online through the official CBP website and takes about 10 minutes. Approval is usually instant or within a few hours. The fee is $21 and the ESTA is valid for 2 years once approved, covering multiple trips to the US of up to 90 days each.
Apply here: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov. New York is a brilliant first trip to the US, you will have such a fun time, enjoy it!
(p.s. Welcome to the forum!! 
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