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Presidio, Texas, Texas ↔ Ojinaga, Chih.

Presidio, Texas – Ojinaga border wait times

LiveChecked with CBP a few seconds ago · 6:06 p.m. (Tijuana time)

Quick answer: right now, crossing from Ojinaga to Presidio, Texas by car takes Presidio – PRESIDIO PORT OF ENTRY 15 min (standard). On foot: Presidio – PRESIDIO PORT OF ENTRY no wait (standard). Source: CBP, checked at 6:06 p.m. (Tijuana time) on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

Passenger vehicles

  • Standard15 min1 lane · Reported 7:00 p.m. CST

Pedestrians

  • StandardNo wait1 lane · Reported 7:00 p.m. CST
  • Ready LaneClosed

Commercial vehicles

  • StandardClosed

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 Presidio, Texas and Ojinaga

Presidio is a small West Texas community across from Ojinaga. It's the closest crossing to Big Bend.

Tips for crossing at Presidio, Texas

  • If you're going to Chihuahua City, the highway from Ojinaga is long and has few services.

What do you need to go from Presidio, Texas 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 Presidio, Texas border crossings

How long is the wait right now to cross from Ojinaga to Presidio, Texas?

According to the latest CBP report, by car: Presidio – PRESIDIO PORT OF ENTRY 15 min (standard). On foot: Presidio – PRESIDIO PORT OF ENTRY no wait (standard). The data on this page refreshes every 5 minutes.

How far is Presidio from El Paso?

About four hours by car.

What do I need to go from Presidio, Texas to Ojinaga?

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 Ojinaga?

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.

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