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Q Search the Internet to find out how to apply for ESTA and explain it briefly. Entering the United States: ESTA, Visa, or Green Card? Culture Self-Check □ I can advise customers about travel planning. □ I can provide customers with reservation services. □ I can help customers follow departure and arrival procedures. □ I can meet and see off customers at the airport. □ I can deal with travel customer inconveniences. When planning a trip to the United States, it’s essential to understand the different options for entry. Let’s explore them briefly: ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) The ESTA is an automated system that determines the eligibility of visitors from the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries to travel to the U.S. without a visa. It is mainly intended for short-term visits, such as tourism, business, or transit purposes. Visa A visa is an official document issued by a U.S. consulate or embassy that allows foreign nationals to enter and stay in the United States for specific purposes and durations. There are various visa categories available, including tourist visas (B-2), business visas (B-1), student visas (F-1), work visas (H-1B), and many more. Green Card A green card, officially known as a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) card, grants an individual the status of a permanent resident in the United States. It allows the holder to live and work in the country indefinitely. Green cards are typically obtained through family sponsorship, employment, refugee or asylum status, or other qualifying categories. It’s important to note that the ESTA, visas, and green cards serve different purposes and have distinct eligibility criteria. The choice of the appropriate document depends on factors such as the purpose and duration of your visit, your country of citizenship, and your long- term plans in the United States. 80 I PART Ⅱ Travel Service