Federal Agency

Department of Justice

Law enforcement, legal affairs, immigration

File a FOIA request with DOJ

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How to Submit

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Online Portal

https://www.justice.gov/oip/submit-and-track-request-or-appeal

Phone

202-514-3642

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Mail

Office of Information Policy, Suite 11050, 1425 New York Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530-0001

Legal Framework

Governing LawFreedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Citation5 U.S.C. § 552

Response Deadline20 business days

Est. Response Time~45 business days

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I file a FOIA request with Department of Justice?▾

You can file a request with Department of Justice (DOJ) through FOIAfile in under 3 minutes. We'll format your request with proper legal citations under 5 U.S.C. § 552 and deliver it via online portal, mail.

How long does DOJ have to respond to a FOIA request?▾

Under 5 U.S.C. § 552, Department of Justice must respond within 20 business days. FOIAfile tracks your deadline automatically and notifies you if the agency misses it.

What if DOJ denies or ignores my request?▾

If Department of Justice denies your request or fails to respond within the deadline, you may have legal options including administrative appeals and court action. FOIAfile provides appeal letter templates and can connect you with a FOIA attorney for a free consultation.