You need the United States ESTA for Puerto Rico if you have a Christmas Islander passport

United States ESTA

Government fees and our service are shown together — no charges added at the end.

Visa required

United States ESTA

Price: $62.27
Processing: from 13 hours
Entries: Multiple entry
Maximum stay: 90 days
Enter within: 2 years

$40.27 government fee $22.00 our service

What you need for the United States ESTA

These are the documents this application asks for. You can upload them after checkout — nothing is needed to start.

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Everything about the United States ESTA — conditions, what the authorities check and how long it lasts.

How it works

1
Answer the questions
One form, written in plain language. We ask only what Puerto Rico actually requires for a Christmas Islander passport.
2
We check and submit
Your application is reviewed for the mistakes that cause rejections before it goes to the authorities.
3
Approval by email
Approval usually arrives within 13 hours. It comes by email, with everything you need to show on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Do Christmas Islander citizens need a visa for Puerto Rico?

Yes. Christmas Islander citizens need a visa for Puerto Rico, and the United States ESTA can be applied for online.

How much does the United States ESTA cost for Christmas Islander citizens?

$62.27. That is $40.27 in government fees and $22.00 for our service.

How long does it take to get the United States ESTA?

From 13 hours. Governments do not guarantee processing times, so apply as early as you can.

How long can Christmas Islander citizens stay in Puerto Rico?

Up to 90 days per entry.

How long is the United States ESTA valid for?

You must enter Puerto Rico within 2 years of approval. That window is separate from how long you may stay.

Is the United States ESTA single or multiple entry?

Multiple entry — you may leave and return while it is valid.

When should Christmas Islander citizens apply?

Approval takes from 13 hours, and you then have 2 years to enter Puerto Rico. You can apply shortly before you fly — just not so early that the entry window runs out.

Still have a question?

Ask our assistant. It answers in the chat, and we hand it the route you are looking at — Christmas Islander passport, travelling to Puerto Rico — so you do not have to repeat it.

What Puerto Rico may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Valid US visa or ESTA for international travelers
US citizens need only government-issued photo ID
No customs for domestic US flights to Puerto Rico
US Dollar is the official currency - no exchange needed
US health insurance typically covers Puerto Rico
International visitors clear US immigration at first US entry point

Entry requirements for Christmas Islander travellers

These rules apply specifically to Christmas Islander passport holders entering Puerto Rico as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Puerto Rico
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Puerto Rico.
Last checked 2026-07-28
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Puerto Rico.
Last checked 2026-07-28