Border Patrol Agent

Border Patrol Agent

Oscar

Charleston, SC

Male, 31

Spent a bit over four years (2006-2010) serving as a Border Patrol Agent in Tucson Sector, AZ: the busiest sector in the country. Worked numerous positions, and spent the last year and a half operating/instructing ground radar installations. Duties included: field patrols, transport, processing, control room duties, transportation check, checkpoint operations, static watch duties, etc.

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Last Answer on November 08, 2016

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I have a quick question, because I would love to become a Border Patrol Agent. If I were to have tattoos on my forearms. Or anywhere visible, but I passed everything else. Would they hire me?

Asked by Smiley over 12 years ago

We had a lot of guys with tattoos in the BP.  Not many guys with full sleeves though.  I suppose this wouldn't be a big deal unless the tattoos were of a graphic nature etc.  Even then you could theoretically wear the long sleeve duty uniform shirt.  I'm not sure, but I do not believe it is a huge deal.  It's nowhere near as strict as the military standards for tattoos etc.

For example, If you have 120 accredited college units, is it possible to still be a U.S. Border Patrol Agent. In my case, I need to retake 1 class i didn't passed in order for me to obtain my Business Degree.

Asked by Joe over 12 years ago

You are not required to have a college degree to join the BP.  However, if you do, and achieve a 3.0 or better GPA you will qualify to join at a higher pay grade.  If I were you, I'd finish the college degree.  That's much more important for your future than just about anything else.  It is, however, not required in order for you to join.

What are the chances of getting hired by Border Patrol if there is an illegal immigrant in the family?

Asked by sarah over 12 years ago

Not very good.  Having an illegal immigrant in the family is a violation because you would be a federal agent with knowledge of someone violating a federal law.  This is a question which is covered during your background investigation.  This would obviously also call into question your motivation behind applying for the job. 

How much time are you given for the logical Reasoning section on the day of the test, I heard this part takes 2 hrs. I want to practice the time with the practice question I sought through the U.S. Border Patrol Web. Hopefully you can re-call this.

Asked by Joe over 12 years ago

Sorry, it's been over 7 years.  I have no idea how long we were given (heck I don't even know if the test is still the same!)

my husband got caught crossing the river in hidalgo tx. how to i find out where they have him

Asked by cindy over 12 years ago

This has been answered several times before.  Contact the Mexican consulate.

As a BP Did you receive training on fourth amendment requirements and do you believe in respecting the constitution even at the border?

Asked by John Burger almost 12 years ago

The 4th amendment is fine, however there are numerous legal exceptions which apply to a certain radius from all international borders.  The 4th amendment is also a constituional amendment which provides rights and guarantees to U.S. citizens, not illegal immigrants. 

Hello I need to find out how can I locate a person who was caught at the border. His name is Jose Alexander Zavala Alas

Asked by Karla Alas over 12 years ago

Contact the consulate of his country.