Nogales – DeConcini
Nogales, Son.
Passenger vehicles
- Standard45 min
- SENTRIClosed
Pedestrians
- Standard20 min
Nogales, Arizona, Arizona ↔ Nogales, Son.
Nogales, Arizona – Nogales border wait times
LiveChecked with CBP a few seconds ago · 10:24 p.m. (Tijuana time)
Quick answer: right now, crossing from Nogales to Nogales, Arizona by car takes Nogales – DeConcini 45 min (standard); Nogales – Mariposa 1 h (standard). On foot: Nogales – DeConcini 20 min (standard); Nogales – Mariposa no wait (standard). Source: CBP, checked at 10:24 p.m. (Tijuana time) on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Dollar today (MXN)
- $18.63
Nogales – Mariposa
Nogales, Son.
Passenger vehicles
- Standard1 h
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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How to cross between Nogales, Arizona and Nogales
Nogales, Arizona, is an hour from Tucson via I-19. Its downtown stores depend on shoppers from Sonora, and its Mariposa port is one of the main entry points for fruits and vegetables from Mexico.
Tips for crossing at Nogales, Arizona
- To travel in Sonora beyond the border area you'll need a temporary vehicle import permit, except in the "Sonora Only" zone.
- There are paid parking lots near DeConcini if you want to cross on foot.
What do you need to go from Nogales, Arizona to Mexico?
The wait times on this page are for entering the United States. There is usually no long line to enter Mexico, but Mexican Customs may inspect you using the red/green light system. Before heading south:
- If you are a foreign national going beyond the border zone or staying several days, check with Mexico's National Immigration Institute (INM) whether you need the Multiple Migration Form (FMM).
- Your U.S. auto insurance almost never covers you in Mexico: buy Mexican liability insurance.
- To drive outside the free zone you need a temporary vehicle import permit (Banjercito).
- Declare it if you carry more than 10,000 dollars in cash or its equivalent.
On the way back, have your passport or resident card ready and check the wait time above. Also read what you can bring across the border.
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Frequently asked questions about the Nogales, Arizona 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 45 min (standard); Nogales – Mariposa 1 h (standard). On foot: Nogales – DeConcini 20 min (standard); Nogales – Mariposa no wait (standard). The data on this page refreshes every 5 minutes.
Do I need a permit to drive from Arizona to Hermosillo?
Not to drive within Sonora's free zone; beyond it, you do need the temporary import permit from Banjercito.
What do I need to go from Nogales, Arizona to Nogales?
A passport or passport card to return to the U.S. and, if you drive, Mexican auto insurance. If you are a foreign national going beyond the border zone, check with Mexico's National Immigration Institute (INM) whether you need the FMM.
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, Arizona
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