FOIA Government Records Requests
Freedom of Information Act requests to retrieve your historical files from USCIS, CBP, ICE, OBIM, or EOIR.
Service Overview
We prepare and submit Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to retrieve your complete records from federal agencies — your USCIS A-File, CBP border crossing history, OBIM biometric records, EOIR immigration court files, or ICE detention records. Requests are drafted accurately and filed within 48 hours, with tracking until the agency responds. Retrieving your full record before filing a new application can prevent costly errors and delays.
- USCIS Alien File (A-File) complete immigration history
- CBP Border entry/exit records & apprehension reports
- OBIM biometric fingerprint identity verification records
- EOIR Immigration Court hearing notices, motions & decisions
- Accurate G-639 / online agency submission & tracking
Required Documents Checklist
Bring or upload these so we can start without delay. Your portal tracks what's received and what's still missing.
- Government photo ID (to verify identity with the agency)
- Alien number (A-number), if known
- Date and place of birth
- Any prior USCIS receipt numbers or case history
- Signed privacy consent (G-639 or agency-specific)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why request my A-File before filing an application?
Your complete USCIS record often contains prior entries, petitions, and notes that affect a new filing. Seeing it first helps avoid inconsistencies that can trigger denials or requests for evidence.
How fast will the agency respond?
We file within 48 hours. Agency response times vary by agency and backlog — we give you a realistic estimate at intake and follow up until you receive the records.