Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. 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. 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. U.S. Citizens 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. 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. International Visitors 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. Trusted Traveler Programs CBP's Trusted Traveler Programs provide expedited travel for pre-approved, low-risk travelers through dedicated lanes and kiosks. Trusted Traveler Programs Trusted Traveler Programs CBP's Trusted Traveler Programs provide expedited travel for pre-approved, low-risk travelers through dedicated lanes and kiosks. Biometrics Discover how CBP has streamlined and enhanced the traveler experience by implementing advanced biometric facial comparison technology at ports of entry. Biometrics Discover how CBP has streamlined and enhanced the traveler experience by implementing advanced biometric facial comparison technology at ports of entry. Mobile Application Directory CBP offers a suite of mobile applications to help expedite the travel process when entering the United States, help customs brokers facilitate import inspections, and more. Mobile Application Directory Mobile Application Directory

CBP offers a suite of mobile applications to help expedite the travel process when entering the United States, help customs brokers facilitate import inspections, and more. Advisories and Wait Times Get up-to-date information you need on Airport and Border wait times before you begin your travel. Advisories and Wait Time Advisories and Wait Times Get up-to-date information you need on Airport and Border wait times before you begin your travel. Related Resources Trade and Travel FY 2022 Report User Fee, Transponder and Decal Information APIS: Advance Passenger Information System CBP ROAM (Formerly the Small Vessel Reporting System) Visa Waiver Program USCIS Citizenship Resource Center | USCIS.gov Latest CBP Travel News September 9, 2026 National Media Release CBP launches new trusted traveler mobile app September 3, 2026 Local Media Release CBP announces designated motorcycle entrance at San Ysidro Port of Entry September 2, 2026 National Media Release CBP supports federal response to New World screwworm threat September 2, 2026 Local Media Release Philadelphia CBP officers, K9 Nitro seize $19k in unreported currency from couple traveling to the Dominican Republic September 1, 2026 Local Media Release Detroit CBP agriculture specialists make first-in-nation moth discovery