Preparation: Border Information
Crossing into Mexico
Crossing is usually hassle free unless you are trying to bring in large quantities of food or materials. If this is the case you can expect a delay of a half hour or more and a duty fee ranging on average between 10 and 25% of the value of your goods (The rate depends on the item). Hence it is to your advantage to buy as much food a s possible at the Tijuana Costco.
Crossing into the United States
Average wait is 45 minutes but 2 hours is not unheard of especially with new security alertness. Every participant needs a passport or a copy of their birth certificate and photo ID. 50% of the time they are not asked for but if they are you are stuck if you do not have them.