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Most people never get the records they’re entitled to — because they don’t know the system, agencies count on that, and fighting back takes expertise most people don’t have. FileFOIA does. Fill out the form below and we handle everything. You’ll hear from us within 24 hours.

Attorneys charge $300–$1,500 to file the same request. FileFOIA charges $49. We file within 24 hours, fight when agencies push back, and build the complete documented record of every exchange.

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INCLUDED: Draft & file request · Track deadlines · Follow up when agencies stall · Deliver records to secure portal

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Your information

If filing on behalf of a client or employer, list them here

Public records request details

If you are requesting your own records, enter your name
Vague requests get denied or produce useless responses. Specific requests get results.
Pending hearing, litigation deadline, or other time-sensitive date — we’ll prioritize your case

Important: USCIS may share your FOIA information with ICE. If you have an active removal order, are undocumented, or have had prior ICE contact, consult an immigration attorney before filing any FOIA request. FileFOIA is a records service — not a law firm — and cannot advise on your specific legal risk.

Immigration records request details

If you have a pending hearing, agencies are legally required to expedite your request. This is critical — do not leave blank if applicable.
Third-party requests require signed consent form, copy of photo ID, and Form DOJ-361 or equivalent. FileFOIA provides all required forms.

Veterans records request details

Required by NPRC for service records — last 4 only

Police records request details

Traffic ticket records request details

Urgent — records needed before this date

Business records request details

FOIA appeal request details

Federal appeals must be filed within 90 days of the denial date

After submitting, we’ll send a secure upload link to your email. Please have the denial letter, your original request, and any records produced ready to upload.

Upload supporting documents

Upload any documents that will help us file the most effective request — prior correspondence with the agency, previous FOIA responses, court orders, or any other relevant files. All uploads are kept strictly confidential.

Previous FOIA response or denial letter Optional
Prior agency correspondence Optional
Court orders or legal filings related to this request Optional
Any other supporting documents Optional
Click or drag files here PDF, Word, JPG, PNG · Max 25MB per file · Multiple files accepted
Signed consent form (if requesting for another person) Required for third-party
Copy of government-issued photo ID of the subject Required for third-party
Form DOJ-361 or equivalent authorization Required for third-party
Copy of any prior FOIA responses from USCIS / ICE / CBP Optional
Immigration court notices or hearing orders Optional — expedites processing
Prior attorney authorization letters Optional
Any prior A-File pages or immigration documents in your possession Optional — helps identify gaps
Click or drag immigration documents here PDF, Word, JPG, PNG · Max 25MB per file · Encrypted and confidential
Death certificate (if requesting for deceased veteran) Required for next-of-kin
Proof of relationship to veteran (birth/marriage certificate) Required for next-of-kin
DD-214 or other discharge documents in your possession Optional — helps verify records
Prior VA correspondence or decision letters Optional — helpful for C-File requests
VA rating decision letters Optional
VSO or attorney authorization (if filing on behalf of veteran) Optional
Any prior NPRC responses or fire documentation Optional — for 1973 fire cases
Click or drag veterans documents here PDF, Word, JPG, PNG · Max 25MB per file · Encrypted and confidential
Copy of incident report (if already obtained) Optional
Any prior records request response from the agency Optional
Court filings or attorney letters referencing the incident Optional
Photos or other documentation of the incident Optional
Click or drag police records documents here PDF, Word, JPG, PNG · Max 25MB per file
Copy of the traffic citation / ticket Highly recommended
Court notice or hearing date confirmation Optional — urgent if court date is near
Any prior response from the issuing agency Optional
Click or drag traffic ticket documents here PDF, Word, JPG, PNG · Max 25MB per file
Prior FOIA responses from the agency Optional
Contract documents or procurement references Optional — helps target the request
Regulatory correspondence in your possession Optional
NDA or confidentiality documentation (for strict confidentiality requests) Optional
Click or drag business documents here PDF, Word, JPG, PNG · Max 25MB per file · Strict confidentiality maintained
Agency denial letter Required
Your original FOIA request as filed Required
All records produced by the agency (even if incomplete) Required
Any prior agency correspondence about this request Optional but helpful
Prior appeal attempts or agency responses Optional
Click or drag appeal documents here PDF, Word, JPG, PNG · Max 25MB per file · The denial letter and original request are required to proceed

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