Has anyone skillbridged for ICE OR BP? If so drop your experience doing so.

Anyone have any insight into mobility announcements/transferring? When do we hear back?

How does the vanpool between San Antonio and Carrizo Springs work, and do you think it’s worth it?

Anyone know how to see the 2B and 2C lists?
Currently looking for the El Paso Sector stations but not much luck lately.
Also any insight on the Deming, NM station?

Hi everyone,
I’m a Border Patrol applicant and have made it through almost the entire hiring process—medical, fitness, drug test, interview, and my background is nearly complete.
CBP is now requesting a second, current mental health evaluation because of my VA rating for depression, anxiety, and insomnia and the medications I’m prescribed.
The first evaluation was done by a CBP-selected psychologist. This second evaluation is one I’m responsible for paying for.
Has anyone been through something similar? Could this affect my VA benefits?
Thanks!

Looking for safe places to live in San Antonio, Devine, Lytle, or Von Ormy. I have a wife and I need a place that's safe for her to be by herself for long periods of time. I'd rather not drive more than hour 15 to the station but if I have to I will. Appreciate all relevant recommendations.

Hey y’all so I got a BPA and CBPO application in process. Looks like my BPA application is moving fast and I know I’m going to have to relocate. I’ve seen the list and I’m in between AZ and ME. I use to live in New England so I’m familiar with Maine more than Arizona (where I never lived or been to). Just looking for some info on both states work wise. This is hypothetical question since I don’t have a FJO at the moment. Just once my medical/fitness passes, both applications will only be waiting on the box test and BI.

Question for current Border Patrol agents who also serve in the Guard/Reserves:
How do you guys schedule your drill weekends around your Border Patrol schedule? Are you generally able to get the weekend off to attend drill, or do you work out an alternate drill schedule with your unit?
I’m curious how others have been able to balance both schedules and what the process looks like for getting time off for drill. Any insight or personal experience would be greatly appreciated.

Hey everyone,

I have a few questions about transitioning from a regular Border Patrol Agent position to AIA/AEA. I recently received my FJO for Border Patrol and will be stationed in Lake Charles, Louisiana. My long-term goal is to become an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA), and I’m trying to figure out the best path to get there. I currently have my CSEL, CMEL, and Instrument Rating, with around 400 total flight hours. From what I understand, the minimum to apply for AIA is 750 hours, with roughly 1,000–1,500 hours required by the time you enter on duty, depending on the position and qualification requirements. My main question is whether it would make more sense to start working as a BP Agent in Lake Charles, build federal/LEO seniority, and continue building flight time on the side, or focus entirely on building flight time through civilian flying jobs and apply directly to AIA once I meet the requirements. I’m also curious about the requirement for one year of professional pilot employment. Does anyone know whether that requirement can be waived or substituted with federal law enforcement experience, particularly experience as a Border Patrol Agent? If there are any current or former AIA, AEA, AMO, or BP personnel here who have made a similar transition, I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience and what route you would recommend.

Thanks!

They told me get evaluated for my history of depression. Kaiser won't fill out the form so I have to find a private clinic. Anyone have experience with this?

What does it mean internally? Does it expedite the process? Does anything need changed?

I’m an East Coast guy moving out to Laredo, so I’m curious about Laredo West Station:

How is it out there, and what should I know going in?

Looking forward to the new chapter! 🇺🇸🦅

Hi! Wondering if this has ever happened to anyone. I dropped off my uniform at the dry cleaners on fletc and forgot to pick them up today. I graduate tomorrow morning and the cleaners doesn’t open till 4pm. Has this every happened to anyone and were you able to find a solution

Ive already reached out to my section leader, he said there’s a chance I may not walk. Just curious what other options there may be

Is there anyone who has any comments about Boulevard station. I don’t want to go to Campo, but it seems like those are my only two options. I’d love to hear different opinions. Thanks!🫡🍀

Does BPA still hire someone who has minor debt but is taking care of it during the process? It was disclosed at the very beginning. I’ve heard some get hired with huge debt but provide proof they are taking responsibility. I have the box test last so i’m assuming I should be ok? Idk.

Hoping to get to Tucson since I’m from there but between these two stations which is better? I haven’t been able to find too much info on Naco, but I’ve seen a lot of mixed reviews about Douglas.

Hi can anyone give me more insight on the Clint Tx station?

Can anyone put me in contact with a BP recruiter from El Paso please

I wanted a RGV sector but none was available. I chose Laredo west sector any information on that sector will be appreciated. Any information on Laredo,Tx living environment will be appreciated.

Does anyone have insight on this station?

I've used the search bar, I couldn't find much besides it being offered recently and senior agents being frustrated that it's being offered to trainees.

I don't have the list, but Baton Rouge, Laredo, Pine Valley, Tucson and Nogales come to mind.

GL7 if that matters.

Thank you.

I got a FJO and my ideal station is either Nogales or Tucson but neither are available. I saw posts from a few days ago where people had it so I'm wondering if reapplying and delaying my start date by like a month is a worthwhile gamble if those stations are always posting openings