US Secret Service – Burlington Resident Office – Burlington, VT

About the US Secret Service Burlington Office

The United States Secret Service maintains a Resident Office in Burlington, Vermont, located at 95 St. Paul Street. Operating under the jurisdiction of the Boston Field Office, this federal law enforcement agency carries out a dual mission: protection and investigation. While the agency is most famous for protecting the President, the Burlington office plays a critical role in safeguarding the financial infrastructure of Vermont.

Investigative Mission

Agents in the Burlington Resident Office are heavily involved in investigating financial crimes that affect the region. Their scope of work includes:

• Cyber Fraud: Working with local police and the Cyber Fraud Task Force to combat business email compromise, ransomware, and network intrusions.
• Counterfeiting: Investigating the production and distribution of counterfeit U.S. currency within the state.
• Financial Crimes: Addressing identity theft, access device fraud (credit card skimming), and bank fraud.

Protective Mission

The office also coordinates protective intelligence and physical security for visiting dignitaries. When protectees (such as the President, Vice President, or foreign heads of state) visit Vermont, the Burlington agents act as the primary liaison with local law enforcement to secure venues and motorcade routes.

Public Access and Security

Important: This is a working federal law enforcement office, not a public attraction. Access is strictly controlled and is generally by appointment only for official business. There are no tours available. Visitors with scheduled appointments must present valid government identification and will undergo rigorous security screening. Electronic devices and weapons are prohibited inside the secure areas of the facility.