Federal Agency

National Security Agency

Signals intelligence, cybersecurity, information assurance

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How to Submit

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Online Portal

https://www.nsa.gov/Helpful-Links/NSA-FOIA/

Phone

301-688-6527

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Mail

NSA/CSS FOIA/PA Office (DJ4), National Security Agency, 9800 Savage Road STE 6932, Fort George G. Meade, MD 20755-6932

Legal Framework

Governing LawFreedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Citation5 U.S.C. § 552

Response Deadline20 business days

Est. Response Time~120 business days

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I file a FOIA request with National Security Agency?▾

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

What if NSA denies or ignores my request?▾

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