Approved for 6 months. DHS will revise this information collection accordingly to ensure that the scope of information collected, number of respondents, and time/cost burden are accurately reflected as the US VISIT program continues in implementation.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2005
11/30/2005
05/31/2005
43,334,834
0
1
182,007
0
99,930
1,008,000
0
1,008,000
Congressional mandate for an entry and exit system; U.S. Visit Program is to collect, maintain, and share information on foreign nationals, to enhance national security, facilitate legitmate trade and travel and ensure the integrity of immigrant systems.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
U.S. Visitor Immigrant Status and Indicator Technology (US-Visit)