Customs and Border Protection Officers

01

Examine immigration applications, visas, and passports and interview persons to determine eligibility for admission, residence, and travel in the U.S.

02

Detain persons found to be in violation of customs or immigration laws and arrange for legal action, such as deportation.

03

Inspect cargo, baggage, and personal articles entering or leaving U.S. for compliance with revenue laws and U.S. customs regulations.

04

Locate and seize contraband, undeclared merchandise, and vehicles, aircraft, or boats that contain such merchandise.

05

Interpret and explain laws and regulations to travelers, prospective immigrants, shippers, and manufacturers.

06

Institute civil and criminal prosecutions and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation and prosecution of those in violation of immigration or customs laws.

07

Testify regarding decisions at immigration appeals or in federal court.

08

Record and report job-related activities, findings, transactions, violations, discrepancies, and decisions.

09

Determine duty and taxes to be paid on goods.

10

Collect samples of merchandise for examination, appraisal, or testing.