Gopaul Parmanand, 41, of Palm Beach Gardens, pleaded guilty to impersonating an ICE Special Agent by fraudulently claiming to be a federal agent and by carrying and displaying a fraudulent badge.
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Ready Lanes
Are you entering the United States through a land border port of entry on the northern or southern border using an RFID enabled document? If so, you are eligible to use a Ready Lane for reduced wait times and faster processing.
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CBP Reminds Travelers from Canada that Marijuana Remains Illegal in the United States
As Canada prepares to legalize recreational marijuana starting Oct. 17, 2018, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) would like to remind travelers that marijuana is a controlled substance under United States federal law. The sale,…
Former ICE special agent arrested on federal civil rights charges that allege he sexually assaulted 2 women
John Jacobs Olivas, 43, of Riverside, was arrested this morning without incident by special agents from the FBI and ICE’s Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR).
Former ICE special agent arrested on federal civil rights charges that allege he sexually assaulted 2 women
John Jacobs Olivas, 43, of Riverside, was arrested this morning without incident by special agents from the FBI and ICE’s Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR).
Trusted Traveler Programs
Are you a frequent traveler, going to international destinations for pleasure? Or a commercial truck driver hauling goods from Mexico or Canada? Whatever your travel needs, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) can help move you through the line…
Former Seattle Chief Counsel sentenced to 4 years in prison for wire fraud, aggravated identity theft scheme
The investigation into Raphael Sanchez’s scheme began with ICE’s OPR. The office received information that Sanchez was operating a financial account for outside consulting services in a suspicious manner, and its internal investigation led to criminal charges being filed against Sanchez.
Former Seattle Chief Counsel sentenced to 4 years in prison for wire fraud, aggravated identity theft scheme
The investigation into Raphael Sanchez’s scheme began with ICE’s OPR. The office received information that Sanchez was operating a financial account for outside consulting services in a suspicious manner, and its internal investigation led to criminal charges being filed against Sanchez.
Zero Tolerance Immigration Prosecutions – Family Fact Sheet
The risks of crossing the Rio Grande and desert terrain, or hiding in stash houses or tractor trailers, are high for adults and even more deeply concerning for children. Individuals who seek to enter the United States should do so at ports of…
Air/Sea Passenger User Fees and Railroad Car Fee Collection Information
Background: Customs Inspection User Fee (CUF)
On June 25, 1999, the Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Corrections Act of 1999 (Public Law 106-36) was signed into law. The user fee provisions of the law became effective 30 days after the law was…
Louisiana legislature honors ICE and its partners as part of Public Service Recognition Week
Celebrated the first week of May since 1985, Public Service Recognition Week honors the men and women who serve our nation as federal, state, county and local government employees.
Louisiana legislature honors ICE and its partners as part of Public Service Recognition Week
Celebrated the first week of May since 1985, Public Service Recognition Week honors the men and women who serve our nation as federal, state, county and local government employees.
CBP Reporting Offsite Arrival – Mobile (ROAM)
Notice
On September 15, 2021, CBP ROAM™ introduced features that allow pleasure boaters to apply for and update cruising licenses.
As part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) comprehensive effort to improve the security of our…
Preventing International Child Abduction
INTERNATIONAL PARENTAL CHILD ABDUCTION (IPCA)
Federal law prohibits a parent from removing a child from the United States or retaining a child in another country with intent to obstruct another parent´s custodial rights (18 U.S.C. § 1204). As…
Traveler Compliance
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is taking proactive steps to ensure travelers comply with their terms of admission by sending reminders about time left in the United States, and notifications to travelers who may have overstayed their…
Global Entry for Passport Holders of Taiwan
How to Apply for Global Entry
In order to apply for Global Entry, passport holders of Taiwan must first obtain a Police Criminal Record Certificate from their local Taiwan Police Department. Once cleared by the local Taiwan Police, he/she can apply…
Veterans Day Spotlight: HSI Houston Special Agent Norman Green
Green began his military career in December 1985 as an Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army. As he reflects on Veterans Day, he thinks of service to the nation and the opportunity to pay tribute to his fellow soldiers who served with him.
Veterans Day Spotlight: HSI Houston Special Agent Norman Green
Green began his military career in December 1985 as an Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army. As he reflects on Veterans Day, he thinks of service to the nation and the opportunity to pay tribute to his fellow soldiers who served with him.
HSI Newark Special Agent in Charge Terence S. Opiola retires from federal service after 26 years
After 26 years of enforcing federal immigration and customs laws, Newark Special Agent in Charge Terrence S. Opiola is retiring from federal service, effective Sept. 30.
HSI Newark Special Agent in Charge Terence S. Opiola retires from federal service after 26 years
After 26 years of enforcing federal immigration and customs laws, Newark Special Agent in Charge Terrence S. Opiola is retiring from federal service, effective Sept. 30.
Global Entry for Indian Citizens
How to Apply for Global Entry:
Citizens of India are eligible for Global Entry. Applications must be submitted through CBP’s Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) website. The non-refundable application fee for a five-year Global Entry membership is…
Former ICE employee ordered to pay $36,000 for theft of government property
Dwight Horton, 51, from Grand Prairie, Texas, and former mission support specialist with ICE HSI, was sentenced June 7 by U.S. District Judge Ed Kinkeade to a three-year term of probation and ordered to pay $36,000 in restitution to HSI. Horton pleaded guilty August 2016.
Former ICE employee ordered to pay $36,000 for theft of government property
Dwight Horton, 51, from Grand Prairie, Texas, and former mission support specialist with ICE HSI, was sentenced June 7 by U.S. District Judge Ed Kinkeade to a three-year term of probation and ordered to pay $36,000 in restitution to HSI. Horton pleaded guilty August 2016.
ICE expands digital presence with Spanish website, Twitter
One of the highlights of ICE.gov/es is informing Spanish-speaking audiences about the important work ICE does, such as combating child exploitation, human trafficking and fighting transnational gangs.
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