Features
Built around one question: should you cross now or wait?
BorderSmart brings wait times, forecasts, lane comparisons, and alerts into one simple view so San Diego-Tijuana crossers can make the call faster.
Live Wait Times
Check current lane-level waits for San Ysidro and Otay Mesa before you commit to the drive.
Short-Term Forecasts
See what waits are likely to do over the next few hours so you can leave now, delay, or switch lanes with context.
Crossing Window Alerts
Choose helpful alert presets for good crossing windows or unusually heavy waits, backed by current conditions and typical patterns.
Works Offline
Heading to a spot with spotty signal? BorderSmart caches the latest data so you always have something to go on, even without a connection.
Fully Bilingual
Switch between English and Spanish at any time. The full app is available in both languages.
Transparent Inputs
BorderSmart combines public wait-time data, historical patterns, traffic context, and optional crossing reports while showing freshness and confidence cues.
Why BorderSmart vs. Just Checking CBP
Public border wait-time data is one useful input. BorderSmart adds forecasts, alerts, freshness and confidence cues, and a mobile layout that is easier to check before you leave.
| Feature | CBP Website | BorderSmart |
|---|---|---|
| Live wait times by lane type | Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Forecast for the next several hours | No | ✓ Yes |
| Push alerts for crossing windows | No | ✓ Yes |
| Offline access to latest data | No | ✓ Yes |
| Full Spanish / bilingual interface | Partial | ✓ Full |
| Mobile-optimized, works on the road | Difficult | ✓ Purpose-built |
The bottom line: if you only need a quick glance at current conditions once in a while, the CBP website works. If you cross regularly and want to stop wasting time in line, BorderSmart is built for you.
See all 6 features on your phone.
Free on iOS and Android. Open BorderSmart before you leave and know whether now is the moment.
