Canada has officially announced the permanent closure of the Four Falls Port of Entry (POE) in New Brunswick, ending years of temporary suspension that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) confirmed on May 11, 2026, that the border crossing will no longer reopen for public use. The crossing had remained inactive since May 2020 after pandemic-related restrictions were introduced across the Canada\u2013U.S. border.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The decision now makes the closure permanent and changes travel access for residents and travelers in northwestern New Brunswick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Four Falls Port of Entry was previously a seasonal crossing point operating between Canada and the United States. Although initially shut down temporarily due to COVID-19 restrictions, the CBSA repeatedly extended the suspension over the last several years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After reviewing regional operational requirements and border traffic patterns, Canadian authorities have now permanently removed the crossing from service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Travelers who previously relied on Four Falls will now need to use nearby alternate border crossings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following the closure, travelers can continue crossing through nearby ports of entry located within close driving distance from Four Falls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
| Port of Entry<\/th> | Location<\/th> | Operating Hours<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> |
|---|---|---|
| Andover Port of Entry<\/td> | 6 Route 190, Carlingford, New Brunswick<\/td> | Open 24 hours daily<\/td><\/tr> |
| Gillespie Portage Port of Entry<\/td> | 600 Route 375, California Settlement, New Brunswick<\/td> | Open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Canadian officials have advised travelers to carefully check border operating hours before traveling to avoid delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Why Canada Decided to Permanently Close Four Falls<\/mark><\/h1>\n\n\n\n\u2022 Border traffic remained very low, with approximately 8,000 travelers per season \u2022 Nearby border alternatives already existed within a short distance \u2022 There was no corresponding U.S. border facility directly across the crossing<\/p>\n\n\n\n Canadian border authorities are reminding travelers that all entries into Canada must occur through officially designated ports of entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Failure to report to an authorized border crossing can result in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Heavy fines and penalties The CBSA also reminded travelers with criminal histories \u2014 including offenses such as impaired driving (DUI) \u2014 that they may face additional scrutiny or denial of entry into Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Impact on Local Communities and Border Movement<\/mark><\/h1>\n\n\n\nThe closure reflects Canada\u2019s broader effort to streamline border operations and focus resources on higher-traffic locations with stronger operational demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Authorities have emphasized that nearby crossings remain fully operational and capable of handling regional travel needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Travelers are encouraged to plan ahead and verify border crossing schedules before departure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 📩 Need Help With Your Canada PR Application?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n✔️ Assess your eligibility ✔️ Improve your CRS score ✔️ Prepare a strong Express Entry profile ✔️ Guide you through the entire PR process<\/p>\n\n\n\n |