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Border Search Of Electronic Devices

CBP is authorized to inspect all merchandise and persons crossing the border, both inbound and outbound, pursuant to its authority to conduct border searches to support CBP's enforcement and administration of immigration, customs, and other federal laws at the border.

FOIA Category List
Significant Records of Interest
Last Modified: Jan 21, 2025