Columbus
Puerto Palomas, Chih.
Passenger vehicles
- Standard5 min
- Ready LaneClosed
Pedestrians
- StandardNo wait
Commercial vehicles
- StandardClosed
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Puerto Palomas, Chihuahua ↔ Columbus, Nuevo México · How long will it take me to get there?
Puerto Palomas border wait times today
LiveChecked with CBP 2 min ago · 10:03 p.m. (Tijuana time)
Quick answer: right now, crossing from Puerto Palomas to Columbus, Nuevo México by car takes Columbus 5 min (standard). On foot: Columbus no wait (standard). Source: CBP, checked at 10:03 p.m. (Tijuana time) on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Fastest: Columbus
- 5 min
- Dollar today (MXN)
- $18.63
Up to 20 min 21 to 60 min Over 60 min Closed · Hover over a wait time to see how long ago CBP measured it.
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What is the best time to cross at Columbus?
We are collecting data. We save every CBP report to calculate the average wait by hour and day. So far we have 10 of the 24 readings needed for Cars · Standard.
In the meantime, see the best times to cross guide.
How to cross from Puerto Palomas to Columbus, Nuevo México
Puerto Palomas, Chihuahua, crosses into Columbus, New Mexico. It's a small crossing known for its dentists, optical shops and pharmacies, which serve visitors from Deming and Las Cruces.
Tips for crossing at Puerto Palomas
- Many visitors leave their car in Columbus and walk across.
- Head back before the afternoon to avoid the line of visitors.
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Frequently asked questions about the Puerto Palomas border crossings
How long is the wait right now to cross from Puerto Palomas to Columbus, Nuevo México?
According to the latest CBP report, by car: Columbus 5 min (standard). On foot: Columbus no wait (standard). The data on this page refreshes every 5 minutes.
Which U.S. town does the Palomas border crossing lead to?
Columbus, New Mexico, about 50 minutes from Deming.
What documents do I need to cross at Puerto Palomas?
A valid passport and a B1/B2 visa or Border Crossing Card (laser visa); if you drive, your license, vehicle registration and insurance valid in the U.S. See the full list of documents.
What is the dollar exchange rate today in Puerto Palomas?
The reference exchange rate is $18.63 pesos per dollar. Banks and exchange houses apply their own buy and sell margin. Check today's exchange rate.
Guides for crossing at Puerto Palomas
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