What Is E.S.T.A.?
The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (E.S.T.A.) is a U.S. Department of Homeland Security program that allows citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. E.S.T.A. approval is typically granted within minutes of applying online, compared to the weeks or months that a traditional B1/B2 visa application can require.
How It Works with Private Aviation
For the VWP to apply to air travel, the carrier must be a designated VWP signatory carrier. AeroJL holds this authorization, meaning passengers from qualifying countries can board an AeroJL aircraft in Mexico and fly directly to the United States using their E.S.T.A. approval. This is particularly valuable for international executives who route through Mexico City for Latin American business before continuing to the U.S.
AeroJL holds E.S.T.A./VISA Waiver authorization -- one of the select Mexican charter operators registered as a VWP signatory carrier.
Who Benefits Most
- European executives with operations in both Mexico and the United States
- Japanese and South Korean business travelers routing through Latin America
- Australian and New Zealand nationals on multi-country business itineraries
- International families relocating or managing assets across borders
- Diplomatic and organizational delegations with tight scheduling requirements
The 41 Qualifying Countries
The VWP includes most of the European Union, the United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan, Chile, and several other nations. The full list is maintained by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and is subject to periodic updates. AeroJL's operations team can confirm eligibility for your specific nationality during the quote process.
Planning Your E.S.T.A. Trip
When you request a quote for a Mexico-to-U.S. route, our team will ask about passenger nationalities to determine E.S.T.A. eligibility. If your passengers qualify, we coordinate the necessary documentation and ensure all customs requirements are met before departure. The process adds no additional time to your trip -- it simply removes the visa barrier that would otherwise delay your travel by weeks.