How much does the U.S. spend on Customs & Border Protection?

$19 billion
0.3% of the $7.0 trillion federal budget
FY2025 data
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About $19 billion for Customs & Border Protection (CBP), the largest law enforcement agency in the U.S.

Manages all ports of entry, the Border Patrol (~20,000 agents), and customs enforcement.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does the U.S. spend on Customs & Border Protection?

About $19 billion for Customs & Border Protection (CBP), the largest law enforcement agency in the U.S. Manages all ports of entry, the Border Patrol (~20,000 agents), and customs enforcement.

How does Customs & Border Protection compare to total federal spending?

Customs & Border Protection comes to 0.3% of the $7.0 trillion the federal government spent in FY2025. About $19 billion for Customs & Border Protection (CBP), the largest law enforcement agency in the U.S.

How much does the government spend on Border Patrol?

About $19 billion for Customs & Border Protection (CBP), the largest law enforcement agency in the U.S. Manages all ports of entry, the Border Patrol (~20,000 agents), and customs enforcement.