The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) reading room provides a library of documents which may be downloaded and reviewed for topics related to FOIA. For more information, visit the CBP FOIA page.
To search CBP policies, procedures and directives, visit the Policies, Procedures and Directives page.
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Personal Search Handbook 2021 | Manuals and Instructions
When conducting a personal search, CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO) policy must be strictly adhered to. This Personal Search Handbook (PSH) sets forth OFO
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Personal Effects Internal Operating Procedures | Manuals and Instructions
This document contains the memorandum for the Personal Effects Internal Operating Procedures.
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Exemption Definitions | Manuals and Instructions
Definitions of the Exemptions under the Freedom of Information Act
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Executive Orders 13767 and 13768 | Manuals and Instructions
Executive Orders 13767 and 13768. See also Enforcement of the Immigration Laws to Serve the National Interest and Implement President's Border Security and Immigration Enforcement Improvements Policies.
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CBP Directive 4510-026 | Manuals and Instructions
Emergency Driving Including Vehicular Pursuits by U.S. Customs and Border Protection Personnel Directive.
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Administrative Guidance and Policy | Manuals and Instructions
Administrative Guidance and Policy, HB 2100-05B Records and Information Management Handbook
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2011 Seized Asset Management and Enforcement Procedures Handbook | Manuals and Instructions
This handbook consolidates the standards that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel must follow when initiating procedures
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Monthly FOIA Logs CY 2024 | FOIA Logs
The following documents are the monthly FOIA logs for calendar year 2024.
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Monthly FOIA Logs CY 2023 | FOIA Logs
Monthly FOIA Logs for Calendar Year 2023
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Monthly FOIA Logs CY 2022 | FOIA Logs
Monthly FOIA Logs for Calendar Year 2022.
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