All applicants must meet the certain conditions of employment to be eligible for employment at DEA:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Successfully passing a DEA-administered drug test for illegal drugs
• Completion of a DEA Drug Questionnaire and Drug Use Statement to show compliance with the DEA Drug Policy (See DEA Drug Policy for more information).
• Successfully passing a background investigation
• Registration with the Selective Service System, if male and born after 12/31/1959

All of these requirements are thoroughly reviewed during the employment screening process. Please ensure that you meet all of these requirements before applying for a position with DEA.

Special Agent positions have additional requirements. More information >>