Below, you’ll find examples of Federal sample FOIA request letters.

We generally process requests in the order in which they are received. However, you may request expedited handling of your request if you believe there is a compelling need for a more rapid response.

This is a request under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). I request that a copy of the following documents be provided to me: [identify the documents or information as specifically as possible].

This is a request under the Freedom of Information Act. I hereby request copies of the following records [or all records containing the following information]: [IDENTIFY RECORDS OR INFORMATION]

Sample FOIA Request Letter Date FOIA Officer Name of Agency Address of Agency City, State, Zip Code Re: Freedom of Information Act Request Dear [ ]: This is a request under the Freedom of …

This page offers instructions on information needed to make a Freedom of Information Act request and provides a sample FOIA request letter that can be used by a requester.

This is a request under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, for [a copy of the following document(s) or document(s) containing the following information (identify the document(s) …

This is a request under the Freedom of Information Act. 5 U.S.C. § 552, et seq. I request that a copy of the following documents [or documents containing the following information] be provided to me: …

Sample FOIA Request COPY this Example to an email body or Word document and fill in ALL the required information.

Although no special form is required when submitting a FOIA request by mail or facsimile, the following sample FOIA request provides general guidance for how to request information. This sample letter …