Protection & Immigration Filings

Immigration FOIA Request

Request and organize records from your immigration history.

We prepare your forms, organize your documents, and draft the letters for your case.

Open file cabinet drawer full of records and cards

Visa Express Fees

From $120 USD

*Approximate costs. Consult with our team for specifics about your case.

Packages and Options

REVIEW

USD 120

Review of an already-prepared FOIA request.

ESSENTIAL

USD 190

Request filed with 1 agency.

Most recommended

COMPLETE

USD 290

Up to 2 agencies + summary.

INTEGRAL

USD 450

Up to 3 agencies + timeline.

VISA EXPRESS

2–5 business days

Administrative preparation

AGENCY

1–6 months

Reference; may vary

PAYMENT

100% upfront

Follow-up included

What is an immigration FOIA request?

A FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) request lets you request a copy of your own immigration file from agencies such as USCIS, CBP, or EOIR. It's useful to learn your history, prepare another process, or verify what information the government has on your case. Visa Express organizes and files the request with the corresponding agency.

Who Might This Be Right For?

  • Want to learn their own immigration history or file.
  • Need records of entries, exits, or previous applications.
  • Are preparing another process and need to confirm prior information.
  • Are not sure which agency holds the records they're looking for.
  • Understand that response time depends on the agency, not on Visa Express.

Each situation must be reviewed individually. Acceptance of the service is subject to the information provided by the client.

What's Included in the Service?

Initial questionnaire to identify which records are being sought.
Identification of the corresponding agency (USCIS, CBP, or EOIR).
Preparation of the FOIA request with the required identifying information.
Filing of the request with the agency.
Administrative follow-up on the status of the request.
Organization of the documents received once the response arrives.

The content of the response is determined exclusively by the agency consulted; Visa Express does not control or guarantee what information is included.

What's Not Included?

Payment of government fees, when applicable.
Certified translations.
Legal analysis of the content received.
Legal representation.
Appeals if the request is denied or incomplete.
Attorney services.
Guarantee of response time.

Documents That May Be Used

Valid passport or ID.
Immigration ID number (A-Number), if known.
Details of dates or proceedings related to what is being sought.
Power of attorney or authorization, if the request is on behalf of another person.

The final list will depend on the agency and the type of record requested.

Process Steps

1

Define the objective

Which records you need to recover.

2

Choose the agency

USCIS, CBP, or EOIR as applicable.

3

Prepare the request

Data, identification, and documents.

4

Follow-up and delivery

Organization of received files.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common are USCIS, CBP (Customs and Border Protection), and EOIR (immigration courts), depending on the type of record you're looking for.

It varies by agency, between 1 and 6 months as a reference. Visa Express does not control or guarantee that time.

Only with that person's authorization or power of attorney, according to the agency's rules.

Visa Express fees start at $120 USD, payable in full at the start of the process.

No. The content of the response is determined exclusively by the agency consulted.

Important terms of service

  • Fees start at $120 USD and are paid in full at the start of the process.
  • The agency's response time is not under Visa Express' control.
  • The content of the response depends exclusively on the agency consulted.
  • The client must provide truthful, complete, and up-to-date information.
  • This service does not include legal analysis of the file received.
  • Filing a request does not guarantee a specific timeline or outcome.

Visa Express' general Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy apply.

Important Notice

Legal Notice: Visa Express LLC provides document preparation and administrative support services. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal representation. Supporting letters and statements are prepared exclusively with the information and documents provided by the client, who must review and approve them before use; they do not constitute legal advice. The applicant reviews and signs their own application. The final decision rests with the applicable government authority.

Ready to get started?

Request a free initial review and our team will explain the next steps.

Request your immigration FOIA

Tell us what records you're looking for and an advisor will explain the process and the right package for your case.

Do not send confidential documents, full ID numbers, banking information, or immigration files through this initial form.