CBP Officer

CBP Officer

CBPGuy

7 Years Experience

SouthWest, US

Male, 25

I am a U. S. Customs and Border Protection Officer on the southwest border between Mexico and the United States. I know the ins and outs of the job as seen on TV/News and things intentionally hidden from the media! There's more to this job than "Anything to declare?" I dont know all but I'll do my best to answer any questions you have! All answers are my opinion, and my opinion only!

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Last Answer on April 22, 2019

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Do fingerprints and photo still in your system? He married a us citizen. 15 years ago he entered the usa with a birth certificate of someone else officer let him entered but photo & Fngerprnts were taken. He wants to get a green card.

Asked by Monica over 9 years ago

I'm not sure of your question, but photos and fingerprints are in our system permanently. There may be an expiration date but none that I know of.

I'm 19 years old and I'm travelling with my friend who is 16 years old to the U.S - What documentation do I need for them as I am legal guardian of her? Passport, ESTA, Concent form from parents? We want to visit for a vaction

Asked by jack over 9 years ago

Yes, passport, ESTA, and a parental consent form that is notarized will work for you.

Please, make sure it is notarized, or stamped by an official, prior to entering the United States.

AOS pending. I did not apply as principal but as dependant child through parents. I would like to withdraw my AOS application and be independant. Can I apply for TN visa at POE as I am Canadian Citizen? Will I face any dual intent issues?
Pls advise

Asked by Amar over 9 years ago

If you are adjusting status, you cannot also apply for a non-immigrant visa. It is illegal. You can, however, withdraw your application with USCIS prior to applying for a non-immigrant TN visa. Do not apply for the TN until after you withdrew your application.

I am not sure of the process on the USCIS side of things, but I would contact them to find out. I am sure it is a fairly simple process. You can even visit one of their offices. I think your parents only have to withdraw the I-864, Affidavit of Support, from your file and thats it.

After you communicated with them, then it will be appropriate for you to apply for TN.

I really love this thread and the amount you have put into it! Great information and resource! I was wondering if the divorce rate/stress on a marriage is the same as you might see for police officers? Have you noticed it in your own life?

Asked by micole14 over 9 years ago

Thanks for the compliment!

We don't have any factual statistics like local police do, however, I would say the numbers are very similar, especially at the southern border. Officers can expect to work between two and three 16 hour shifts a week. This puts a huge damper on relationships. I would say at least 30% of the officers I worked with have been divorced at least once. 5 to 10% divorced more than once.

I got a little lucky with my wife. Before I worked for CBP, I worked 2 jobs, sometimes 3 jobs, at one time and I was rarely ever around. I would have only 1 day off and work approximately 12 to 18 hours a day every day. My wife came into this relationship already knowing that and accepting it. Once I was hired with CBP, I worked a lot less hours than I have in the past so It worked out for us.

Hi.Sometime back I had applied for Adjustment of Status (I-485) and have withdrawn it.
Can I apply for TN Visa at the border as a Computer Systems Analyst, I am Canadian Citizen. Thank You.

Asked by Gurmail over 9 years ago

Yes, you can apply for a TN. You may be asked about why you withdrew your 485, but it will not hinder your application for non-immigrant status.

It is only illegal if you are trying to apply to both.

What information does a CBP officer see when they slide a passport through the machine reader?

Asked by Alex over 9 years ago

I cant tell you exactly but everything thats written on the passport gets populated on the screen. Also, if you've been arrested, we'll know. If you've ever had any immigration issues, we'll know. A larger version of your picture populates the screen so we can compare your face to the picture easier.

I was granted a US B1/B2 Visa from a Consulate in GB. I could not use the ESTA as I have a criminal record from my youth. As I have been granted a Visa what is the likely hood of the CBP Officer denying me entry and revoking my Visa?

Asked by Brian Cooper almost 9 years ago

There is a very low chance CBP will deny your entry. If you stated this fact to the US Consular officer during your Visa application, this could not be used as a ground of inadmissibility.