Nogales – DeConcini
Nogales, Son.
Passenger vehicles
- Standard1 h
- SENTRI25 min
Pedestrians
- Standard15 min
Nogales, Sonora ↔ Nogales, Arizona · How long will it take me to get there?
Nogales border wait times today
LiveChecked with CBP a few seconds ago · 5:39 p.m. (Tijuana time)
Quick answer: right now, crossing from Nogales to Nogales, Arizona by car takes Nogales – DeConcini 1 h (standard); Nogales – Mariposa 1 h 20 min (standard). On foot: Nogales – DeConcini 15 min (standard); Nogales – Mariposa no wait (standard). Source: CBP, checked at 5:39 p.m. (Tijuana time) on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Dollar today (MXN)
- $18.63
Nogales – Mariposa
Nogales, Son.
Passenger vehicles
- Standard1 h 20 min
Pedestrians
- StandardNo wait
Commercial vehicles
- StandardClosed
- FASTClosed
Nogales – Morley Gate
Nogales, Son.
Pedestrians
- Standard5 min
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 Nogales – DeConcini?
We are collecting data. We save every CBP report to calculate the average wait by hour and day. So far we have 5 of the 24 readings needed for Cars · Standard.
In the meantime, see the best times to cross guide.
How to cross from Nogales to Nogales, Arizona
Nogales, Sonora, has three crossings into Nogales, Arizona. DeConcini, downtown, handles cars and pedestrians. Mariposa, to the west, handles cars and most of the cargo, especially fruits and vegetables during the winter season. Morley Gate is a pedestrian crossing with limited hours, next to the downtown shopping district.
All three have a Standard lane, and DeConcini and Mariposa also have SENTRI and Ready Lane. On weekends and shopping days, such as El Buen Fin or Black Friday, pedestrian lines grow considerably.
Tips for crossing at Nogales
- If you're going to Tucson, Mariposa connects directly to I-19.
- If you're crossing on foot to shop, check whether Morley Gate is open: it's usually faster.
- Between December and March, produce trucks fill up Mariposa: avoid it during cargo hours.
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Frequently asked questions about the Nogales border crossings
How long is the wait right now to cross from Nogales to Nogales, Arizona?
According to the latest CBP report, by car: Nogales – DeConcini 1 h (standard); Nogales – Mariposa 1 h 20 min (standard). On foot: Nogales – DeConcini 15 min (standard); Nogales – Mariposa no wait (standard). The data on this page refreshes every 5 minutes.
What's the difference between DeConcini and Mariposa?
DeConcini is downtown and handles cars and pedestrians. Mariposa is to the west, handles cars and almost all cargo, and connects directly to I-19 toward Tucson.
What is Morley Gate?
A pedestrian crossing in downtown Nogales with limited hours, close to the stores on the Arizona side.
What documents do I need to cross at Nogales?
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 Nogales?
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 Nogales
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