US travel fees rise: I-94, ESTA, and EVUS charges for 2025
If you're planning to visit the United States, new fee increases effective September 30 will affect your budget.
Starting September 30, 2025, the United States has increased several travel-related fees for international arrivals, and if you're planning a US trip, these changes will directly affect your costs. The I-94 arrival form fee—a document you fill out when entering the US by air—has risen from $6 to $30. For those using the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA), the fee has nearly doubled from $21 to $40. The EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) fee for certain visa holders has similarly increased.
These fee increases apply broadly to international visitors, so almost anyone entering the US by air will be affected. Collectively, the new fees represent a meaningful increase in the out-of-pocket cost of US travel. If you're planning a US trip, factor these into your budget. The I-94 is now one of the more expensive "processing fees" in the world, though the convenience of online processing remains.
If you're uncertain whether you need an I-94, ESTA, or EVUS based on your visa status, check the US immigration website or contact the US embassy for clarity. This is not something to guess about. Planning a US trip? Budget the new fees into your estimate and confirm your document requirements early, so there are no surprises at the airport.
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