Guide

Registering for the CBLE

Exam date
October 28, 2026
Fee
$390 per attempt
Registration opens
2026-08-17
Registration closes
2026-09-16 (4:30 PM ET)

Steps

  1. 1Create or sign in to your account on the eCBP Portal (e.cbp.dhs.gov/brokers).
  2. 2Confirm you meet eligibility: 18+, U.S. citizen, not a federal employee, of good moral character.
  3. 3Register for the sitting and pay the $390 exam fee during the registration window.
  4. 4Choose your test location and save your confirmation.
  5. 5Prepare your paper references and print your exam-day checklist before the date.

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