Andrade
Los Algodones, B.C.
Passenger vehicles
- Standard1 h 55 min
Pedestrians
- StandardNo wait
Commercial vehicles
- StandardClosed
Andrade, California, California ↔ Los Algodones, B.C.
Andrade, California – Los Algodones border wait times
LiveChecked with CBP 4 min ago · 10:03 p.m. (Tijuana time)
Quick answer: right now, crossing from Los Algodones to Andrade, California by car takes Andrade 1 h 55 min (standard). On foot: Andrade no wait (standard). Source: CBP, checked at 10:03 p.m. (Tijuana time) on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Fastest: Andrade
- 1 h 55 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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How to cross between Andrade, California and Los Algodones
Andrade, in Winterhaven, California, is the U.S. side of the crossing to Los Algodones, about 15 minutes from Yuma, Arizona. It's the starting point for people visiting Los Algodones for dental and medical services.
Tips for crossing at Andrade, California
- The parking lot next to the border charges by the day; bring cash or a card.
- Check the hours: the crossing closes at night.
What do you need to go from Andrade, California 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 Andrade, California border crossings
How long is the wait right now to cross from Los Algodones to Andrade, California?
According to the latest CBP report, by car: Andrade 1 h 55 min (standard). On foot: Andrade no wait (standard). The data on this page refreshes every 5 minutes.
How far is Andrade from Yuma?
About 15 kilometers, around 15 to 20 minutes by car via I-8.
What do I need to go from Andrade, California to Los Algodones?
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 Los Algodones?
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 Andrade, California
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