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Do you need a visa for Puerto Rico?

Broadly speaking, yes, you will need a visa for Puerto Rico. Some nationalities, like Canada, are visa-exempt, and they can enter Puerto Rico without any special authorization.

However, even if you are not visa-exempt, you might be able to enter Puerto Rico and mainland USA without the need of going to the embassy to apply for a traditional visa. Citizens of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) eligible nationalities can instead get the Electronic System for Travel Authorization, commonly known as ESTA.

What is an ESTA?

The US (and Puerto Rico) have installed a Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for foreign travelers of specific nationalities. It allows them to enter the country with an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) instead of a visa, which eliminates the need of going to the embassy in person and sitting for a lengthy interview.

The ESTA is processed entirely online in a short amount of time, and it allows the holder to travel for tourism, business or transit. It is a multiple-entry document, which means you can enter and leave Puerto Rico and the US several times during its 2-year validity. However, each stay can last up to 90 days.

If you are not eligible for the ESTA or your travel plans extend beyond 90 days, you will need a visa. Some of the most common types of visas requested for Puerto Rico are:
  • Tourist visas
    • B-1 Visa: for business travelers.
    • B-2 Visa: for tourists and family visits. It is valid for 10 years.
  • F-1 Visa: for students.
  • H-1B Visa: for employment purposes.

Who can apply for the ESTA to Puerto Rico?

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How to apply?

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We will send you your approved ESTA within a few days, without you having to go anywhere!

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On arrival, show your passport and your approved ESTA

Common reasons for a rejected application

  • Criminal history
  • Incomplete documentation
  • Overstayed in the country
  • Using a previously lost passport
  • Overstayed previous visas

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What documents do I need to enter Puerto Rico?

  • A valid passport
  • Your approved travel document

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