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Last Answer on April 22, 2019

how big is the wall DT is going to build, will it work, and will Mexico pay for it?

Asked by mcmjuly almost 10 years ago

I don't know.

After the academy, how much say do you get in where you get assigned? Can you choose geography? How about land crossing vs. airport?

Asked by Theod0re about 11 years ago

After the academy you have ZERO say. When you apply for the job, you can apply for a geographical location. Some of them include Southwest border, Northwest, North East, South East, Florida, etc. When you get "the call" to get hired, they offer an unspecified amount of Port of Entries in that geographical location to pick from. After you pick it, your stuck with it until you do a port swap with another officer (after your fully trained) or re apply and start from scratch. You cannot ask for land border or airport. You can only pick what they offer.

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Since you've said it's hard to get fired, does that result in a lot of officers who you think, on merit alone, probably shouldn't still be employed but are?

Asked by Laura almost 11 years ago

On merit alone, I wouldn't fire anyone. Believe it or not, Its extremely difficult to catch drugs without someone else's help, especially as a newer officer. Some officer's go a full year without catching anything. The cartel's are getting very creative now a days.

I think an officer should be fired based on their professionalism. I would much rather get rid of an officer who has attitude issues over an officer who needs more training to find dope.

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Do CBP officers talk politics or debate immigration reform at work, or is that kind of talk off-limits?

Asked by Frenchie about 11 years ago

Politics and Immigration reform are our top topics for the break room. This talk is "supposed" to be off limits in public anyway.

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Lived in US, 5 years ago. Overstayed my VISA by a few days, and voluntarily left. I tried to come back, they said I needed a new VISA. Was a Sri-Lankan then, now have a Bermuda Passport. Do you think they I will be stopped frm entering.

Asked by Rahix about 10 years ago

You need to obtain a visa prior to entry. You are inadmissible to the United States pursuant to 212(a)(7)(A)(i)(I) and 212(a)(9)(B). In order for you to overcome this in admissibility, you need to apply for a visa and obtain a waiver. If you dont and attempt to enter the US anyway, they will most likely set you up for an Expedited Removal.

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I'm a flight attendant in Toronto and go through US customs often.I have a HUGE crush on a CBP officer there.Would it be inappropriate to ask him if he would like to see me outside work? I'm nervous to ask.He knows my name and I see him a lot.Thanks!

Asked by Delilah over 9 years ago

He might have a crush on you too. It is inappropriate for the Officer to ask you out on a date, which could be the reason why he didn't yet. Theres nothing wrong with you asking ;)

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Hello
I am going to rent an apartment for 3 or 4 months so that I can stay and study without any disturbance. I have a clinical exam and language proficiency exam after. If I rent the apartment, is it going to be illegal as it might sound I am immigrating but I am not?

Asked by kaka210 over 9 years ago

It is not illegal to rent an apartment or own property in the United States. What you need to do is provide proof that you are coming here to take those exams. You may also need to show proof that you have ties to your home country, something that will convince us you will go back.

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Ask me anything!

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how big is the wall DT is going to build, will it work, and will Mexico pay for it?

After the academy, how much say do you get in where you get assigned? Can you choose geography? How about land crossing vs. airport?

Since you've said it's hard to get fired, does that result in a lot of officers who you think, on merit alone, probably shouldn't still be employed but are?

Do CBP officers talk politics or debate immigration reform at work, or is that kind of talk off-limits?

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Lived in US, 5 years ago. Overstayed my VISA by a few days, and voluntarily left. I tried to come back, they said I needed a new VISA. Was a Sri-Lankan then, now have a Bermuda Passport. Do you think they I will be stopped frm entering.

I'm a flight attendant in Toronto and go through US customs often.I have a HUGE crush on a CBP officer there.Would it be inappropriate to ask him if he would like to see me outside work? I'm nervous to ask.He knows my name and I see him a lot.Thanks!

Hello
I am going to rent an apartment for 3 or 4 months so that I can stay and study without any disturbance. I have a clinical exam and language proficiency exam after. If I rent the apartment, is it going to be illegal as it might sound I am immigrating but I am not?

CBP Officer

Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

how big is the wall DT is going to build, will it work, and will Mexico pay for it?

After the academy, how much say do you get in where you get assigned? Can you choose geography? How about land crossing vs. airport?

Since you've said it's hard to get fired, does that result in a lot of officers who you think, on merit alone, probably shouldn't still be employed but are?

Do CBP officers talk politics or debate immigration reform at work, or is that kind of talk off-limits?

Also on Jobstr...

Lived in US, 5 years ago. Overstayed my VISA by a few days, and voluntarily left. I tried to come back, they said I needed a new VISA. Was a Sri-Lankan then, now have a Bermuda Passport. Do you think they I will be stopped frm entering.

I'm a flight attendant in Toronto and go through US customs often.I have a HUGE crush on a CBP officer there.Would it be inappropriate to ask him if he would like to see me outside work? I'm nervous to ask.He knows my name and I see him a lot.Thanks!

HelloI am going to rent an apartment for 3 or 4 months so that I can stay and study without any disturbance. I have a clinical exam and language proficiency exam after. If I rent the apartment, is it going to be illegal as it might sound I am immigrating but I am not?

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I am going to rent an apartment for 3 or 4 months so that I can stay and study without any disturbance. I have a clinical exam and language proficiency exam after. If I rent the apartment, is it going to be illegal as it might sound I am immigrating but I am not?