Homeland Security accepts online payment for FOIA and Privacy Act request fees
Fees for Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act and Judicial Redress Act requests to the Homeland Security Department can be paid electronically through pay.gov or another platform the department picks. Before, requesters generally had to pay by check or money order to the Treasury, and both are still accepted.
Who it affects
People who file records requests with Homeland Security and its components
When
This rule takes effect on November 30, 2026.
- : Published in the Federal Register
- : This rule takes effect
Official text
FR Doc. 2026-22165: Electronic Payments for FOIA Requests
On Federal Register. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.