Property News · August 8, 2016

Beware copycat websites overcharging for Esta and Ehic documents


Holiday season has brought a rise in the number of fake sites hoping to dupe unwary travellersWith the summer holidays upon us we have had a flurry of complaints from readers who have fallen for copycat websites that aim to dupe those applying for an Esta permit (the US’s online visa system) and, to a lesser extent, the Ehic health insurance card into paying unnecessary fees.Under the terms of the Visa Waiver Program, all Britons entering the US are required to apply online at esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta, at least 72 hours prior to travel and pay a $14 (£10.60) fee. From April this year, they also need to hold a biometric passport with a built-in chip. Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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