Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Notice

Effective January 22, 2026, CBP isno longer accepting hard copy (mail/fax/email) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for CBP records. To ensure timely processing, you must submit your records request through CBP SecureRelease portal or www.FOIA.gov.

Welcome to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) page. FOIA is the law that gives any person access, with certain exemptions, to information about the functions, procedures, policies, decisions, and operations of federal agencies.