Welcome to the New Mexico Border Authority

As of June 1, 2009, U.S. citizens returning home from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean or Bermuda, by land or sea, are required to present one of the travel documents listed below.

U.S. Passport - This is an internationally recognized travel document that denotes a person's identity and citizenship. It is accepted for travel by air, land, and sea.

U.S. Passport Card - This is a new, limited-use travel document that fits in your wallet and costs less than a traditional U.S. Passport. It is only valid for travel by land and sea.

Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) - Several states and Canadian provinces are issuing this driver's license or identification document that denotes identity and citizenship. It is specifically designed for cross-border travel into the U.S. by land or sea.

Trusted Traveler Program Cards - NEXUS, SENTRI, or FAST enrollment cards can speed your entry into the U.S. and are issued only to pre-approved, low-risk travelers. The cards are valid for the use at land or sea; the NEXUS card can be used in airports with a NEXUS kiosk.

For more information please visit the Ready, Set, Go website.

There are many excellent reasons to use New Mexico Ports of Entry. But one word says it best. Convenience! This website is organized to make your border crossing activities even more convenient by putting important information at your fingertips.

Based upon who you are or what type of activities you are engaged in, follow the links below to find helpful information on permits, hours of operation, special requirements and other valuable guidelines that will expedite crossing the US/Mexico Border in New Mexico.

The New Mexico Border Authority is the state agency overseeing development and promotion of our International Ports of Entry (POE) located at Santa Teresa, Columbus and Antelope Wells.

The New Mexico Border Authority is the only agency of its kind in the United States. We accomplish our duties by creating strong and efficient partnerships with public and private stakeholders and by being involved in international trade activities on both sides of the border. In addition, we assist businesses and travelers in crossing the border and we disseminate information related to regulations and procedures affecting leisure and commercial travel through New Mexico's ports of entry.

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