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About BIS

The Bureau of Industry and Security advances national security through technology leadership and vigilant export controls.

  • BIS leadership

    BIS leadership & offices

    Shaping and guiding the regulations, providing essential advice to companies and individuals seeking to stay within the bounds of compliance.

  • BIS publications

    Annual reports

    Review recent BIS annual reports to Congress. 

  • BIS careers

    Careers at BIS

    We're on the lookout for talented individuals to join our dynamic team, with positions available in engineering, compliance, policy analysis, and operations research.

  • BIS guiding principles

    The guiding philosophy of the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security in approaching its activities and fulfilling its responsibilities.

  • Website updates

    Stay informed about the latest updates on bis.gov. Explore new content, enhancements, and tools, and provide feedback to help us improve your website experience.

  • Privacy Policy Program

    The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable privacy requirements, developing and evaluating privacy policy, and managing privacy risks consistent with BIS’s mission.