The Vault
The FBI's mission demands organizational accountability. Public trust must be earned, and transparency is not optional—it is essential.
To that end, the FBI Vault features a collection of documents and other media that have been processed under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). These files have been released either as proactive disclosures or as frequently requested FBI records.
FBI Proactive Disclosures
In accordance with the FOIA Improvement Act of 2016, the FBI has proactively released records of high public interest that support public understanding of FBI operations, actions, and decision-making processes.
View these files at vault.fbi.gov/proactive-disclosure.
FBI Discretionary Releases
In our commitment to government transparency, the FBI also releases records on a discretionary basis. These records were not produced subject to FOIA requests.
View these files at fbi.gov/discretionaryrelease.
How to File a FOIA Request
To file an electronic or paper FOIA request, visit efoia.fbi.gov.
