International Travel Information

Here are some useful resources for finding out what you need to know before your international check-in, and which forms you need to get, plus where to get them.

Visa/Passport Requirements

Every nation's requirements are different. Learn about specific visa and passport requirements for your nationality.

Find out more about U.S. government passport and visa requirements, download application forms, or learn where to apply by visiting these U.S. Department of State and Department of Homeland Security sites:

• Passport Services
• US-VISIT Program
• Visa Waiver Program
• Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative

Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative

Passports are now required for travel between the U.S. and Canada, Bermuda, and Mexico.

Exceptions are no longer being made for those who have applied for their passport but haven't received it. Make sure you have your passport with you for your international check-in to travel within the areas listed above.

For details see Travel.State.Gov.

Visa Waiver Program

Traveling to the United States? Effective January 12, 2009 the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) requires travelers to submit an online request for travel authorization via the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to boarding a carrier to travel by air or sea to the United States.

This is being done to allow visitors from participating countries to get speedy approval for travel to the U. S. for business or pleasure for 90 days or less without first obtaining a visa. For more information you can visit the VWP website or download a fact sheet about the program.

I–94 Form Information

Arrival/Departure Record for Nonimmigrant Visitors with a Visa for the U.S.

You don't need to worry about getting this form ahead of time—it will be distributed by your flight attendants during your flight. The I-94 form must be completed by everyone except:

• U.S. citizens
• Returning resident aliens
• Aliens with immigrant visas
• Canadian citizens visiting or in transit
• People who have completed an I-94W

Health Information

The Center for Disease Control gives you comprehensive health information for specific destinations, required vaccinations, information for travelers with special needs, and timely updates about other health news.

U.S. Customs Information

Before arriving for international check-in, each traveler or head of family needs to provide information about any goods and gifts they have acquired while they were traveling abroad. Visit the U.S. Customs & Border protection Web site to find out more about U.S. customs requirements.

Need a Travel Visa?

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Leaving the United States?

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Traveling to Australia?

VisaCenter.com can help you secure instant approval to enter the country with an ETA from the Australian Government. Learn more

Coming to the United States?

The United States Government now requires all travelers to hold a visa or ESTA to enter the US. Apply online for your ESTA from VisaCenter.com. Learn more