An Indian traveller recently set her sights on Argentina, a country that once seemed out of reach. After months of paperwork for a US visa, she was relieved to find the only requirement left was an ETA, now free for Indian nationals with a US B1/B2 visa.
Just weeks ago, this ETA cost around $200 and often took weeks for approval, frustrating travellers and dominating online discussions. When the fee was waived, many doubted if the process had truly become easier or if hidden rules still applied.
On Reddit, users compared past experiences. Some recalled paying up to $650 for the ETA when applying online with other visas. While a few debated whether the ETA was scrapped or simply made free, one user confirmed approval and upcoming travel plans.
Despite excitement, some Indians pointed out Argentina’s distance, questioning whether easier entry matters when travel remains so far and expensive. A tweet by Mariano Caucino further spread the news, celebrating the move as progress for Indian travellers, even if only a symbolic step.
Behind the cheer lies a reminder of uncertainty. For Indians, international travel often depends on changing visa rules and shifting bureaucracies. While the waived ETA fee is progress, many remain cautious, refreshing embassy websites and hoping rules stay consistent long enough to plan trips.
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