U.S. Customs and Border Protection: Protecting the American people, safeguarding our borders and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity.

The purpose of Customs Duty is to protect each country's economy, residents, jobs, environment, etc., by controlling the flow of goods, especially restrictive and prohibited goods, into and out of the country.

Jan 15, 2026 · Both CBP and the importing/exporting community have a shared responsibility to maximize compliance with laws and regulations. In carrying out this task, CBP encourages …

CBP Information Center Need answers? We recommend you first use our CBP Information Center website at help.cbp.gov, which has more than 500 answers about CBP policies and procedures. The …

Sep 12, 2025 · To find a Port of Entry in your state or territory, select it in the map below or use the form in the right column.

Join us on February 18, 2026, from 11 AM - 4 PM ET, at our U.S. Customs and Border Protection Virtual Career Expo. Learn about our mission and how you could contribute to it, making a positive impact …

Jun 10, 2025 · If you are a U.S. citizen planning to travel abroad, you must comply with the document requirements for that country. For a list of Foreign Consular Offices in the U.S. visit the U.S. …

3 days ago · CBP hosts trade outreach events via free webinars to provide more timely and up-to-date information to the international trade community on CBP trade policy, as established by the agency.

Jan 6, 2026 · U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is committed to protecting national economic security by enforcing U.S. trade laws through its Trade Enforcement efforts.

CBP has been entrusted with enforcing hundreds of laws for 40 other government agencies, such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Centers for Disease …