On September 10, 2015, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection launched a redesigned website for Visa Waiver Program (VWP) visitors to apply for Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Proposes New Biometric Identity Collection Program
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As published in the Federal Register today, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is requesting comments on the introduction of a newly developed biometric-based entry and exit program.
CBP Announces Optimized Processing for First-Time Canadian TN and L Applicants
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced optimized processing procedures at fourteen ports-of-entry, including four pre-clearance locations, for Canadian citizens seeking TN or L status for the first time. This initiative is designed to increase customer satisfaction, decrease wait times and allow CBP to effectively deal with increased volume of Canadian TN and L applicants. Although first-time Canadian TN and L applicants may go to other ports for processing, CBP is encouraging applicants to go through one of the designated ports below for optimized processing:
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Get the CBP iPhone App and Skip the Customs Line
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released a free iPhone application that frequent travelers can use to bypass the customs line. For now, travelers can only use the iPhone…
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Notable Updates Regarding I-94 Automation
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Since April 30, 2013, CBP has been implementing I-94 automation by issuing passport stamps and an electronic record to most foreign nationals arriving in the U.S. at sea and air…