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Mobile Passport Control

Mobile Passport Control

Streamline your U.S. arrival

603K ratings
961 reviews
#29 in free Travel
✈️ Travel
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 11, 2021
  • June 23, 2026

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Developer

US Customs and Border Protection
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About

This official app expedites your U.S. arrival by allowing you to digitally submit your travel information and answer inspection questions. Capture photos of your group and receive a virtual receipt to present to Customs and Border Protection officers at select locations.

✓Digital travel document submission
✓Answer CBP inspection questions
✓Group profile creation
✓Securely stored travel information
✓Virtual receipt generation
✓Photo capture for verification
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Mobile Passport Control. Based on 603K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Travel app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Saved time at customs
  • 🚀Seamless and fast process
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 👍Intuitive app
  • 🔒Secure and official app

Negative things

  • 🐛App not working or glitchy
  • 🐛Compatibility issues with new passports
  • 🐛Location services not working
  • 🐛Submission issues
  • ❌App not accepted at some airports
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What's New in Mobile Passport Control

4.4.1

June 23, 2026

Fixes - Fixed an issue where some supported documents were marked as ineligible - Added some missing VoiceOver tags in User Guides

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Last updated on July 19, 2026.

User reviews

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Mobile passport control at Pearson International Airport terminal one

It’s one of the easiest apps I’ve ever used. One person can do it for multiple passengers in your group. Easy straightforward and you get to take a picture of yourself.
Chad1961abcChad1961abc

What is the point

We got to Philadelphia and there was no MPC lane question. What’s the point of this app?
S31778S31778

Excellent user friendly

Amazing seamless process to use this .
BhooplapurBhooplapur

Awesome

Easy to navigate & use
Jing 6800Jing 6800

Good

Honestly not bad for a TSA app. Please support forever.
Collin ACollin A
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Incorrect date/time due to time zone issues

Bug

Passport scanning not working properly

Bug

Crashes or freezes when submitting form

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Add support for NEXUS

Feature

Allow saving traveler profiles

Feature

Provide better instructions and guidance

Feature

Display real-time status of MPC lanes at airports

Feature

FAQ

What does the Mobile Passport Control app do?

This official application helps streamline the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) inspection process at select U.S. entry locations. It allows you to digitally submit your travel information, answer inspection questions, and capture photos of yourself and your group members. Upon processing, you receive a virtual receipt to present to CBP officers, expediting your arrival.

Who is eligible to use the Mobile Passport Control app?

The app is available to U.S. Citizens, certain Canadian Citizen Visitors, Lawful Permanent Residents, and returning Visa Waiver Program applicants with an approved ESTA. Eligibility details and supported CBP entry locations can be found on the official CBP website.

Does this app replace my passport?

No, the Mobile Passport Control app does not replace your passport. Your passport will still be required for travel and must be presented along with the virtual receipt generated by the app during your CBP inspection.

Is the Mobile Passport Control app free to use?

Yes, the Mobile Passport Control app is a free program offered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. There are no costs associated with downloading or using the application for its intended purpose of streamlining your arrival process.

Where can I use the Mobile Passport Control app?

The app is only available at supported CBP entry locations. A list of these supported locations can be found on the official U.S. Customs and Border Protection website. It is recommended to check the website before your travel to confirm availability at your intended port of entry.