Almost a million times each day, CBP officers welcome international travelers into the U.S. In screening both foreign visitors and returning U.S. citizens, CBP uses a variety of techniques to assure that global tourism remains safe and strong. Descriptions of CBP processes and programs are available for first-time and frequent travelers.
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For U.S. Citizens/Lawful Permanent Residents
If you are a U.S. citizen traveling abroad, get the information you need to smoothly navigate your return back into the U.S.
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For International Visitors
If you are a visitor to the U.S. coming to work, study, conduct business or immigrate, get the Information you need to smoothly navigate the process and procedures to enter the U.S.
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Trusted Traveler Programs
CBP's Trusted Traveler Programs provide expedited travel for pre-approved, low-risk travelers through dedicated lanes and kiosks.
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Biometrics
CBP has implemented facial biometrics into the entry processes at all international airports and into the exit processes at multiple airport locations.
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CBP One™ Mobile Application
A single portal for multiple CBP services to streamline your experience.
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Ready Lanes
If you are a traveler coming to the U.S. through a land border Port of Entry and have a Ready Lane-eligible document, get the information you need to experience significantly faster processing.