Mobile Passport Control (MPC) is an official application created by U.S. Customs and Border Protection that streamlines your CBP inspection process at select U.S. entry locations. Simply complete your travel information, answer CBP inspection questions, capture a photo of yourself and of each member of your group, and follow the instructions provided on your receipt.
Important Notes:
• MPC does not replace your passport; your passport will still be required for travel.
• MPC is only available at supported CBP entry locations.
• MPC is a voluntary program which can be used by U.S. Citizens, certain Canadian Citizen Visitors, Lawful Permanent Residents, and returning Visa Waiver Program applicants with an approved ESTA.
More information regarding eligibility and supported CBP entry locations can be found on our website: https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/mobile-passport-control
MPC can be used in 6 simple steps:
1. Create a primary profile to save your travel documents and biographic information. You can add and save additional eligible people to the MPC app so that you can submit together from one device. Your information will be securely stored on your device to be used for future travel.
2. Select your CBP port of entry, terminal (if applicable), and add up to 11 additional members of your group to include in your submission.
3. Answer CBP inspection questions and certify the truthfulness and accuracy of your answers.
4. Upon arriving at your selected port of entry, tap the “Yes, Submit Now” button. You will be asked to capture a clear and unobstructed photo of yourself and of each other person that you included in your submission.
5. Once your submission is processed, CBP will send a virtual receipt back to your device. Follow the instructions on your receipt and be prepared to present your passport and other relevant travel documents.
6. The CBP Officer will complete the inspection. If further information is required, the CBP Officer will let you know. Please note: The CBP Officer may ask to capture an additional photo of you or your group members for verification.
Over the years I have always felt small and unwelcome when entering the States. Not because of the staff, but because of the time consuming process. I have to say I have just enjoyed my fastest ever US border entry at Orlando Airport with this app. And on of the fastest experienced anywhere in 40+ years of international travel. The app is straightforward to use, it’s the time saving effect that makes this a winner!!
Superb
Streetworker01
I used this for the first time on 10th May 2024 at JFK in New York. I travelled from London Heathrow on a British passport and ESTA visa waiver, arriving at 3.40pm. Passport control at JFK is notoriously slow - last year I waited in line for almost three hours. This time, I was through in ten minutes. TEN. MINUTES. Ignore the naysayers. This really works and it is NOT just for US citizens.
Amazing
mikeandsiobhan
Landed JFK terminal 8 in November 2024. We literally walked past the queues and told to go to an immigration officer. Total time was less than 10 minutes from from leaving the plane and through immigration. We only had carry on and was in Manhattan within the hour.
Outstanding for returning ESTA travelers
Haven Iceday
Get this App. If you have already used your ESTA it is invaluable and extremely easy to set up. The signs advertising it weren’t convincing at JFK and I almost didn’t try it but it saved us about an hour in the line.
Additions
- Added custom Groups that can be used to quickly select multiple saved people when creating a new submission
- You can create and manage groups on the People tab
Changes
- Improved port search algorithms to provide better search results
- Updated the MPC eligibility requirements for VWP travelers listed on the Eligibility guide
Version 4.4.0
The developer, US Customs and Border Protection, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
Contact Info
User Content
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
User Content
Identifiers
Privacy practices may vary based, for example, on the features you use or your age. Learn More
The developer indicated that this app supports the following accessibility features. Learn More
Supported Features
VoiceOver
Voice Control
Larger Text
Dark Interface
Differentiate Without Colour Alone
Sufficient Contrast
Reduced Motion
Information
Provider
US Customs and Border Protection
Size
67.2 MB
Category
Travel
Compatibility
Requires iOS 16.1 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 16.1 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 14.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
