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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Field Operations Academy

Official page of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Field Operations Academy.

Trainees receive rigorous training in immigration and customs law, search techniques, counter-terrorism, agriculture threats, use of force, fi****ms, tactics, and much more.

06/26/2026

Join us in congratulating the graduates of CBP Officer Basic Training Session 720! On June 4th, these dedicated individuals officially became CBP Officers, embracing a path defined by unwavering professionalism, dedication, and commitment to safeguarding our nation's borders.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Session 720's mentor, Director, International Programs & Training, Kurry Pastilong, for his exceptional guidance and support throughout their rigorous training. His leadership has been instrumental in preparing these officers for the critical role they will play.

Hold the line and keep it steady 720!

06/25/2026

Well done, Session 719, on successfully completing 103 demanding training days and graduating from the Field Operating Academy! Your teamwork and perseverance were instrumental in overcoming obstacles and meeting every challenge placed before you. Join us in congratulating our newest Customs and Border Protection Officers!

A special thank you to our class Mentor, Assistant Director Field Operations, Border Security Division, Paula Rivera, for her invaluable wisdom and guidance throughout this grueling process.

We stand with Pride, Session 719!

06/02/2026

Huge congratulations to Officer Basic Training Session 717 on their graduation on May 11th!

These dedicated new CBP Officers are ready to guard our borders day and night, embodying their motto: “Who’s better than 7-1-7? Nobody!”

A special thank you to Port Director, Detroit, Marc Calixte, for his invaluable time and attention, which was instrumental in their training success and will undoubtedly contribute to their fruitful careers.

05/22/2026

Standing with immense pride among their onlooking family members, Session 716's powerful motto resonated through the auditorium: "We are America's front line, forged by challenge, driven by duty. United we stand, together we fall. We live to serve and serve to give. We built the foundation brick by brick."

Please join us in celebrating Officer Basic Training Session 716, who triumphantly graduated from the Field Operations Academy on May 8, 2026!

A special and heartfelt thank you goes to Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Office of International Affairs, Clint Lamm for his outstanding mentorship and invaluable guidance, which meticulously prepared Session 716 for their crucial new roles as Customs and Border Protection Officers, tasked with safeguarding America's frontline

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Agriculture Specialist Basic Training Session 144 on their graduation! May 6th marked a significant milestone as these dedicated trainees completed their training at the Field Operations Academy. They are now ready to join the broader team and mission in the field, playing a crucial role in safeguarding America’s agriculture from threats.

The graduates closed out their time at the academy by sounding off one last time with their spirited chant: "Who stomps pests into the floor? ASBT 144!"

A special thank you is extended to the Acting Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner of the Office of Field Operations, Donald Stakes, for his invaluable mentorship of this session. The direct involvement of such high-ranking leadership in our newest training programs is an honor and a testament to the importance of their mission, significantly contributing to the success of ASBT 144.

05/15/2026

Join us in extending a hearty congratulations to Session 715! On May 1st, they proudly walked the halls of 912, marking the culmination of their dedicated training.

This exceptional group is now ready to serve, embodying the spirit of being unified and mission ready, 7 days a week. We are confident they will make us proud as they embark on their vital careers protecting our nation's borders.

A special thank you to Deputy Executive Director, Admissibility and Passenger Programs, Luis Meija, for his invaluable time, guidance, and inspiring commencement speech. Your support is greatly appreciated!

05/13/2026

Please join us in congratulating CBP Officer Basic Training Session 714 on their graduation on April 29th!

Standing tall, locked in, and side-by-side, Session 714 successfully completed the rigorous 103-day training program where their strength and resilience were forged. We wish you all the best as you go forth and do great things!

A special thank you goes to the session's mentor, Assistant Director, National Targeting Center, Counter Network Division, James Gilley for his heartfelt involvement that helped them reach their goals.

05/11/2026

In honor of National Police Week, the Field Operations Academy extends its sincere gratitude to all those who have served and continue to serve. We stand proud with you in your unwavering dedication and commitment to protecting our communities.

04/28/2026

On April 22nd, Officer Basic Training Session 713 walked the halls of building 912, locked in, and to the stage where they were pinned with their new badge, officially becoming U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers.

Congratulations 713 on your work and dedication thus far. We are proud to send you out to the field, prepared and ready, to join the agency that protects America’s air, land, and sea.

A special thank you goes out to the session’s mentor, Assistant Director of the Field Analysis and Intelligence Unit for the Buffalo Field Office, Thomas Rusert, whose dedication to the class was reflected in their successes. Thank you, sir, for your time and involvement.

04/24/2026

Join us in celebrating 712, tried and true, on their graduation on April 20th. Their dedication and grit have brought them to this significant milestone.

The academy is just the beginning; we are proud of your achievements and look forward to you making a difference in the field and holding that line.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Acting Deputy Executive Director, International Operations and Advisory Directorate, Daniel Mattina, for his unwavering commitment, support, and leadership that guided this session to success

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