From my archive of press clippings:
Business Travel News Online
DHS To Launch Online Visa Waiver Program
By Patty Donmoyer
JUNE 09, 2008 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security this month took a pivotal step toward implementing a new online system that better secures the Visa Waiver Program, issuing an interim final rule that deploys new technology that screens and authorizes U.S.-bound travelers before they board their transport.
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Snippet(s):
"The Electronic System for Travel Authorization will require U.S.-bound travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries to submit information online to the Department of Homeland Security.
Once approved, the clearance is valid for up to two years or until the applicant's passport expires, whichever comes first.
The ESTA Web site opens for voluntary applications on Aug. 1."
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"Some 15 million people visited the U.S. from Visa Waiver Program countries last year.
Twenty-seven countries currently participate in the program, ranging from Andorra to the United Kingdom.
Memorandums of understanding have been signed with nine other countries ranging from the Czech Republic to South Korea, a first step towards including them in the program."
Friday, January 30, 2009
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