CBP Updates Hours of Service at Ports of Entry to Coordinate with CBSA

Trade Update • Nov. 20, 2024

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in partnership with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), will modify operating hours at 38 ports of entry (POEs) along the U.S.-Canada border starting at midnight on January 6, 2025.

These changes bolster border security while promoting legitimate cross-border trade and travel. By reallocating personnel to busier POEs, CBP can more effectively utilize its resources to support its national and border security objectives.

The adjustments include formalizing operating hours already in place for over four years at 13 POEs, expanding hours at eight locations, and slightly reducing hours at a few. Travelers impacted by these changes will have alternative crossing points within a reasonable driving distance.

This initiative has been closely coordinated with CBSA to harmonize operational hours and strengthen the security frameworks of both nations.

CBP regularly reviews operations, traffic volumes, and resource allocation to optimize services for the traveling public. The agency remains committed to engaging with local and regional stakeholders and communities to ensure open communication and address any concerns.

Border Crossing Wait Times Overview

Most of the 118 northern border POEs will maintain their current schedules, with many operating 24/7. You can find POE locations and real-time border wait times here.

Updated Hours of Operation by State

These times reflect local time zones.

Washington

• Metaline Falls: Operating hours expanded to 8 a.m.-6 p.m..
• Laurier: Permanently maintaining current hours of 8 a.m.-8 p.m..

Montana

Scobey: Expanded hours:

• 8 a.m.-9 p.m. (June 1 to September 15).
• 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (September 16 to May 31).
• Opheim: Expanded hours and days to 9 a.m.-5 p.m., seven days a week.
• Del Bonita: Permanently maintaining current hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m..
• Morgan: Permanently maintaining current hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

North Dakota

• Fortuna: Expanded hours to 9 a.m.-7 p.m..
• Neche: Expanded hours to 8 a.m.-6 p.m..
• Noonan: Expanded hours to 9 a.m.-7 p.m..
• Walhalla: Expanded hours to 8 a.m.-8 p.m..
• Carbury: Permanently maintaining current hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m..
• Maida: Permanently maintaining current hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m..
• Northgate: Permanently maintaining current hours of 9 a.m.-5 p.m..
• St. John: Permanently maintaining current hours of 8 a.m.-4 p.m..
• Sherwood: Permanently maintaining current hours of 9 a.m.-7 p.m..
• Westhope: Permanently maintaining current hours of 8 a.m.-4 p.m..

Minnesota

• Lancaster: Permanently maintaining current hours of 8 a.m.-6 p.m..

New York

• Chateauguay: Reduced hours from 24 hours to 6 a.m.-6 p.m..
• Overton Corners: Reduced hours from 24 hours to 6 a.m.-10 p.m..
• Rouses Point: Reduced hours from 24 hours to 8 a.m.-8 p.m..
• Trout River: Reduced hours from 24 hours to 6 a.m.-6 p.m..

Vermont

• Alburg (Joint Port): Reduced hours to 8 a.m.-8 p.m..
• Canaan: Reduced hours to 8 a.m.-8 p.m..
• North Troy: Reduced hours to 8 a.m.-8 p.m..
• West Berkshire: Reduced hours to 8 a.m.-8 p.m..
• Alburg Springs: Permanently maintaining current hours of 8 a.m.-4 p.m..
• Derby Line (Route 5): Permanently maintaining current hours of 8 a.m.-8 p.m..

New Hampshire

• Pittsburg: Permanently maintaining current hours of 8 a.m.-8 p.m..

Maine

• Monticello: Maintaining current hours but will close on U.S. and Canadian holidays.

Temporary Hours Expansion

North Dakota:

• Antler: Operating hours temporarily expanded to 9 a.m.-10 p.m. for 120 days.

CBP and CBSA Aligned Operating Hours

North Dakota

• Hannah: Operating 9 a.m.-5 p.m..
• Hansboro: Operating 8 a.m.-4 p.m..
• Sarles: Operating 9 a.m.-5 p.m..

Minnesota

• Pinecreek: Operating 9 a.m.-5 p.m..
• Roseau: Operating 8 a.m.-8 p.m..

Maine

• Limestone: Operating 6 a.m.-6 p.m..
• Orient: Operating:
  • 7 a.m.-7 p.m. (Memorial Day to Labor Day).
  • 7 a.m.-5 p.m. (remainder of the year).
• Vanceboro: Operating 8 a.m.-8 p.m.