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United StatesUS visa requirements for Czechia citizens (2026)
eTA / ETA required. Czechia passport holders do not need a full visa for the United States, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.
- Total price
- $91
- per traveler, all-in
- Estimated processing
- Usually within 72 hours
Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government agency. Price includes government fee and our service fee.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
US ETA requirements for Czechia citizens
- Requirement
- eTA / ETA required
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
- Processing
- Usually within 72 hours
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport)
- Email address and a payment card
- Travel dates and first address
- Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan
How Czechia citizens apply for the US ETA
- Apply online before you book or at least a few days before you fly.
- Enter passport details exactly as printed, typos are the #1 reason for problems.
- Pay the fee and wait for approval by email.
- Travel with the same passport you applied with.
Official fees
| Item | Official fee |
|---|---|
| ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) | US$40 (raised from $21 on 30 Sep 2025; the official site currently charges $40.62) |
Government fees only, from the official sources below. Visa centre or service fees, where they apply, are extra.
Recent rule changes for US
- 2025-09-30: ESTA fee increased to US$40 under Public Law 119-21.
Good to know
- Apply for ESTA only at esta.cbp.dhs.gov, third-party sites charge extra.
- An approved ESTA is valid 2 years or until the passport expires.
Easier alternatives for Czechia passport holders
Popular destinations with simpler entry for the Czechia passport than US, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
US at a glance for travellers
- 46 of 198 passports can enter US without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Czechia passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 146 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | CBP: official ESTA website | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Federal Register: FY2025 HR-1 fees (ESTA $40) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | US State Dept: fees for visa services | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Official portal | U.S. Department of State – visas | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, United States entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Czechia citizens need a visa for United States?
Czechia passport holders do not need a full visa for the United States, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.
What documents do Czechia passport holders need for the United States?
Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport); Email address and a payment card; Travel dates and first address; Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan.
How long does the US ETA take for Czechia passport holders?
Usually within 72 hours. Apply well ahead of your trip. Rush processing is available with Visa and Trips.
How much does a US ETA cost with Visa and Trips?
$91 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes the government fee and our service fee.
How do I apply for the US ETA with Visa and Trips?
Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details and upload your documents. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files your application, emails you a confirmation with the estimated processing time and sends your ETA as soon as it is issued. You can follow your order on the tracking page.