Del Rio ports update - verify CBP hours, documents and procedures

Del Rio’s ports of entry are the arteries that connect Del Rio, Texas, with Ciudad Acuña, Coahuila, supporting pedestrian traffic, passenger vehicles and commercial freight. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operates the Del Rio Port of Entry at the Del Rio–Ciudad Acuña International Bridge and provides traveler, cargo and enforcement services; CBP also staffs Del Rio International Airport for international general aviation and arrivals during posted clearance hours.

Hours and services vary by facility and can change seasonally or in response to operational needs. Commercial carriers should confirm CBP cargo hours, passenger lane schedules and any temporary closures before travel. For general aviation and air cargo, CBP has in the past published extended hours to meet demand; pilots and operators should confirm current airport clearance hours with CBP or airport authorities before arrival.

Travelers should carry appropriate documentation: U.S. citizens crossing land should bring a state driver’s license plus a passport or passport card when returning from Mexico; non‑citizens must carry valid visas and travel papers. Commercial drivers need valid commercial credentials and customs paperwork for cargo and manifests must be submitted as required. Pedestrian lanes operate under separate processing rules at many ports; expect lane‑specific hours and procedures.

Processing can include primary inspection, secondary inspection and occasional lane closures for security or inspections, all of which add time. Agricultural shipments face additional scrutiny from CBP agriculture specialists and can be subject to penalties for prohibited items. Cross‑border trucking firms and freight brokers should coordinate with the port commercial/manifest office and verify hours and inspection procedures on the day of transit.

CBP works closely with Border Patrol, Homeland Security Investigations, Val Verde County authorities and local police. Increased regional attention to border operations can raise enforcement visibility at times, so travelers and commercial operators should follow posted signage and officer directions at ports of entry and allow extra time for travel plans.

Practical steps for residents and businesses: check the CBP Del Rio Port of Entry page for port contact numbers, facility updates and official notices; contact the bridge authority or city port administration for toll and bridge administration details; and call the Del Rio International Airport or CBP general aviation office to confirm clearance hours for private aircraft. For commercial schedules, call the port commercial/manifest office in advance and verify hours the day you transit.

The Del Rio ports are economic lifelines for daily crossers, market trade, tourism and freight that sustain local businesses and families. Staying current on CBP hours, documentation rules and inspection procedures reduces delays, avoids fines and helps keep cross‑border flows moving for Val Verde County residents and operators.