How long is the wait at Mexicali border?

Border Wait Times. Infrastructure permitting, the processing goals CBP has set for travelers are: SENTRI/NEXUS Lanes: 15 minutes; Ready Lanes: 50% of general traffic lane wait times. For cross border travel impacts due to COVID-19, please visit the DHS website and USA.gov website.

What is the best time to cross the border in Mexicali?

During the week, wait until after the morning rush and cross around 10-11 AM. Middle of the night, say around 1 AM. But the lines are getting better managed. If you have a passport card, you can take the Ready Lanes and quite often only take an hour or so +/-.

Does Mexicali have a Ready Lane?

A number of US/Mexico border crossings now have a special Ready Lane for passengers who have a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) enabled ID card. RFID enabled cards have a radio chip embedded in the card. The border crossing stations are able to scan the card from 10 to 15 feet away.

How long is the line from Mexicali to Calexico?

The Mexicali-to-Calexico Crossing Route Allow 60 minutes minimum during quiet periods (midweek before 3 p.m.) and 2-3 hours on weekends. The majority of travelers return north by retracing their route to Mexicali.

How do you cross the Mexicali border?

In order to cross the Mexicali / Calexico border crossing, you will need to get to the northernmost roads that go east to west or west to east, on either side of the border crossing. So, there are two choices, to cross the Mexicali border, coming from the west or coming from the east.

How long is the wait to cross to Calexico?

Calexico / Mexicali border

Standard Ready Lane Pedestrian
01:35 Hrs. 01:15 Hrs. 25Mins.

Can you cross the border at Mexicali?

Can I pass through Ready Lane with SENTRI?

SENTRI and NEXUS lanes are reserved strictly for the use of SENTRI, NEXUS and Global Entry card holders. All travelers in the vehicle over the age of 16 must have an RFID-enabled card to use the Ready Lane.