Brownsville – Matamoros border wait times

How to cross between Brownsville and Matamoros

Brownsville is the southernmost city in Texas and sits across from Matamoros. Its four bridges carry local, shopper and cargo traffic.

What do you need to go from Brownsville 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.