FOIA Resources

How to Make a FOIA Request

Learn about the five essentials of a request letter, and more helpful tips.

How to Check on the Status of Your FOIA Request

Learn how you can check on the status of your FOIA request by phone or email.

How to File a Privacy Act Request

Learn about the seven essential elements of a request letter.

Executive Order 13526 (EO)

Under this Executive Order the public can request review of specific documents for declassification and release to the public.

Your Rights

Learn about your rights in terms of requesting declassification of information, and accessing said information.

Other FOIA Programs

For your convenience, other government FOIA web sites can be found by visiting www.usdoj.gov/oip/foiacontacts.htm. The CIA is not responsible for the content found on these sites.