FOIA Request Template Generator

2026-05-31

FOIA Officer
Department of Homeland Security — Office of Inspector General
DHS OIG FOIA Office, 245 Murray Lane SW, Mail Stop 0305, Washington, DC 20528-0305

Re: Freedom of Information Act Request

Dear FOIA Officer:

Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552, I respectfully request copies of the following records:

[Describe the records you are requesting — be specific about subject matter, names, time period, and locations.]

I prefer to receive responsive records electronically (PDF or native digital format) rather than on paper. If portions of any responsive record are exempt under 5 U.S.C. § 552(b), please segregate and release the non-exempt portions and identify the exemption(s) claimed for each redaction or withholding, per 5 U.S.C. § 552(b).

I request a fee waiver pursuant to 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(4)(A)(iii) because the disclosure of the requested records is in the public interest, is likely to contribute significantly to public understanding of the operations or activities of the government, and is not primarily in my commercial interest. I am preparing this request for non-commercial public-interest research / journalism.

If the fee waiver is denied in whole or in part, please notify me before incurring any costs in excess of $25 so I may decide whether to narrow the request.

I look forward to your response within the 20-business-day statutory period set by 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(6)(A)(i). If you have any questions or need clarification, please reach me at the contact information below.

Thank you for your attention to this request.

Sincerely,

[Your name]
[Your email]

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