Tourist travel
For tourist trips and visits to family and friends in the USA.
ESTA: USA
ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program and a regular US visitor visa are separate procedures. ESTA requires eligibility for the Visa Waiver Program.
Online ordering is in German.
Our services
Business travel
For business meetings and professional events in the USA.
Documents and application details
Personal circumstances and previous travel may make you ineligible for ESTA. Contact the competent US mission if a US visa is required.
- Electronic passport
- Valid electronic passport with a chip
- Eligibility
- Eligibility for the Visa Waiver Program
- Travel and contact details
- Travel dates and accommodation or contact details in the USA
- Personal details
- Employment and travel history, plus answers to security and background questions
Your order in 3 steps
- 01
Choose a service
Choose the service you need for your trip. If you have any questions, we are happy to help.
- 02
Submit your details and documents
Enter your details and upload the required documents. We check everything and prepare your application.
- 03
Receive your ESTA
We submit your application and handle any follow-up queries. Once your documents are ready, you receive them by email and can download them from your personal order page.
Do I need to visit a consulate in Frankfurt?
Not for ESTA. It is an electronic travel authorisation applied for entirely online. Only travellers who need a regular US visa require an appointment at the US Consulate General in Frankfurt; we do not offer that visa.
In person in Frankfurt
Oeder Weg 14, 60318 Frankfurt am Main · U1, U2, U3, U8 Eschenheimer Tor
In person: Monday–Friday, 09:00–14:00
We also answer WhatsApp messages after business hours.
More about our Frankfurt officeFrequently asked questions: USA
Which entry procedure applies to the USA?
ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program and a regular US visitor visa are separate procedures. ESTA requires eligibility for the Visa Waiver Program.
What applies to business travel to the USA?
ESTA can cover tourism and permitted business visits. Other purposes or personal circumstances may require a B-1/B-2 visa, which Visumcenter does not offer.
Which documents are needed for the USA?
For ESTA, you need an electronic passport and details of travel, accommodation, employment and previous trips.
Partner HanseMerkur
Travel cover for your trip
Check with our partner HanseMerkur which travel cover suits your destination and the length of your trip.
- Medical cover abroad
- Trip cancellation and interruption
- Annual or long-term cover
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Start your order: USA
The online application shows available services, required documents and prices.