Our online Case Intake Portal, myOIDO, is now available nationwide for more than 500 locations. Learn more about myOIDO.
OIDO is an independent office within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). OIDO is NOT a part of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and is NOT a part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). OIDO was established by Congress (Sec. 106 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act).
As an ombudsman’s office, OIDO is independent of the DHS Components over which it conducts oversight. The Ombudsman is neutral; its mission is to independently examine immigration detention to promote safe, humane conditions. The Office engages with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) as well as with detained aliens and their representatives to seek solutions that make sense for both parties.
To keep up with current OIDO job openings, visit USAJOBS.