The CBP FOIA Reading Room serves as a central resource for public access to government records, in accordance with 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(2). This room supports transparency and accountability by providing direct access to essential records and information. Visitors can review reports, policies, and other official documents to gain insight into government operations.
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E3 Processing Training Guidebook May 2019 | Administrative Handbooks, Directives & Policy Guidance/Memos, Frequently Requested Records
This guideline gives Border Patrol Agent trainees the ability to process apprehensions with several e3 Modules.
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BioMetrics Memos and Directive 3410-001A | Administrative Handbooks, Directives & Policy Guidance/Memos
This directive outlines U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) procedures concerning the collection of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) samples from certain persons in CBP custody for
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Customs and Border Protection Border Patrol Statistics | Statistical Records
The following documents contain data and statistics for Customs and Border Protection Border Patrol.
For all other publicly available documents related to the US-Mexico border
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Immigration Officer Authority and Customs Officer Authority Delegation Order | Administrative Handbooks, Directives & Policy Guidance/Memos
The purpose of this order is to vest in all Special Agents and Law Enforcement Officers in the Office of Internal Affairs, to the extent
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Border Patrol Traffic Checkpoint Policy | Administrative Handbooks, Directives & Policy Guidance/Memos
The attached U.S. Customs and Border Protection Directive applies to all Border Patrol checkpoints and sets minimum standards for their operation. With the enhanced vigilance
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HRM Delegation Order 23-014 | Administrative Handbooks, Directives & Policy Guidance/Memos
The following identifies supervisory/managerial positions at the lowest organizational level with delegated authority to propose or decide the specified actions. Officials at organizational levels higher
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Directive 23-014 Delegation Order | Administrative Handbooks, Directives & Policy Guidance/Memos
Disciplinary and Adverse Actions. Supersedes DHS Delegation(s):11-001;18*201;19-001;20-017;20-027
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Enforcement Action Statistical Analysis and Reporting System (E-STAR) Use of Force Incident Reports | Frequently Requested Records
The following documents contain US Customs and Border Protection E-STAR use of force incident reports.
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Monthly FOIA Logs CY 2025 | FOIA Logs
The following documents are the monthly FOIA logs for calendar year 2025.
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Directive No: 4510-26 | Administrative Handbooks, Directives & Policy Guidance/Memos
The purpose of this Directive is to establish U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) policy governing emergency driving including vehicle pursuits.
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