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Mobile Passport Control

Mobile Passport Control

Streamline your U.S. arrival

649K ratings
1180 reviews
#47 in free Travel
✈️ Travel
Free

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Released
May 11, 2021
Updated
October 27, 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 about Mobile Passport Control

Reviews of Mobile Passport Control are mostly positive: the Travel app is rated 4.9/5 from 649K App Store ratings. What users like most: saved time at customs, seamless and fast process. Top complaints: app not working or glitchy, compatibility issues with new passports. Summarized from real user reviews.

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

4.7.3

October 27, 2026

Additions - Added private aircraft as a mode of entry - Added tags for ports on the supported locations list Changes - Updated the port details screen to include tags - Improved map integration for airports to link directly to Apple Maps POIs if available

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Last updated on October 30, 2026.

User reviews

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Entry@DTW

Excellent service to eliminate unnecessary waiting when you have nothing to declare. Thanks MPC
KKilowattd

Great job

Will use again in my next travel.
HHolyspirit76!

Easy peasy

The last time I traveled abroad, I didn’t have this option so I’m very excited to be able to submit something upon my arrival for customs.
TTGuag

Too hard to use

Probably just wait in the normal line this is pretty complicated.
Eesdotroa

So very helpful,

Great technology to help passengers Thank you.
KK-man1946
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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

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add support for NEXUS

Feature

Allow saving traveler profiles

Feature

Provide better instructions and guidance

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Display real-time status of MPC lanes at airports

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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.