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Mobile Passport Control: Official CBP App Review and Analysis

by U.S. Customs and Border Protection

4.9
ANDROIDTravel & Local
Official CBP application enabling faster US entry processing at participating locations. Allows travelers to submit passport and customs information digitally before reaching inspection booths. Targets frequent international travelers seeking efficiency.

Detailed Review

Mobile Passport Control represents the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's digital modernization effort for entry processing at designated U.S. airports and seaports. The application serves as an authorized alternative to traditional paper declaration forms, allowing eligible travelers to submit their biographical information and customs declarations electronically before approaching CBP officers. As an official government application, it operates within strict security protocols while maintaining compatibility with existing travel document requirements. The application's core functionality centers on creating passenger profiles containing passport details, travel itinerary, and customs declaration information. Users can store profiles for multiple travelers within a single account, facilitating family or group processing. The photo capture feature enables users to take compliant photos directly through the app's interface, though physical passports remain mandatory for verification. Upon submission, the system generates a digital receipt with QR code that travelers present to CBP officers at designated MPC lanes. User experience demonstrates thoughtful design for stress-free operation in busy travel environments. The interface employs clear typography, intuitive navigation, and minimal data entry requirements. Real-world usage patterns show most users complete their submissions while awaiting baggage or during arrival procedures, typically taking 2-3 minutes per traveler. The application maintains functionality without requiring cellular data at the inspection point, as submissions occur before approaching customs areas. User feedback consistently highlights exceptional time savings, with multiple reviews noting processing times under three minutes compared to conventional queues. Linda Lu's July 2025 review describes how '90% of the crowd went one way' while MPC users experienced rapid processing. Sylvain B's August 2025 endorsement emphasizes the setup simplicity and convenience, while cquille's June 2025 review acknowledges minor terminal identification challenges but overall positive experience. The consistent 4.9 rating reflects high satisfaction among the app's user base. The application's primary strength lies in its dramatic reduction of processing times at participating entry points, though limitations include availability at only select locations and eligibility restrictions for certain traveler categories. While the app doesn't replace physical passport requirements, it significantly streamlines the inspection process. Ideal use cases involve frequent travelers passing through supported airports like Atlanta, Miami, or Chicago O'Hare, where dedicated MPC lanes maximize time savings benefits.

Key Features

  • Digital customs declaration submission replaces paper forms, reducing processing time and physical contact points during inspection
  • Multi-traveler profile management allows families or groups to submit information collectively through a single device interface
  • Integrated photo capture functionality enables users to take compliant photos meeting CBP requirements directly within the application
  • QR code receipt generation provides instant digital confirmation for presentation at designated MPC inspection lanes
  • Offline capability ensures submitted information remains accessible without cellular connectivity at inspection points
  • Secure data encryption maintains protection of sensitive personal information throughout the submission and storage process

Why Users Love It

Significantly reduced processing times
Official CBP authorization and security

Perfect for: US citizens and eligible international travelers entering through participating ports

Screenshots

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Ranking History

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Current Rank

#28

Best Rank

#23

All-time high

Average Rank

#26

30-day average

User Reviews

Linda Lu
Jul 11, 2025

Came back home, going through customs, 90% of the crowd went one way, my daughter and I, along with maybe a dozen others went through the MPC line. I tapped on the app, submitted the info, snapped a picture of each of us and we were through in under 3 minutes. Best free app for this!

Linda Lu
Jul 11, 2025

Came back home, going through customs, 90% of the crowd went one way, my daughter and I, along with maybe a dozen others went through the MPC line. I tapped on the app, submitted the info, snapped a picture of each of us and we were through in under 3 minutes. Best free app for this!

Sylvain B
Aug 24, 2025

I used it for the 1st time today. It was easy to set up and very convenient. It sped up the process with CBP. I will continue using it and would recommend it.

cquille
Jun 26, 2025

brilliant app. Easy to use. got stuck working out which terminal to say arriving at but if it saves time, makes travel safer, then it's a yes from me.

cquille
Jun 26, 2025

brilliant app. Easy to use. got stuck working out which terminal to say arriving at but if it saves time, makes travel safer, then it's a yes from me.

App Details

Developer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Platform

android

Rating

4.9

Last Updated

10/7/2025