This week was my first time through the new Tijuana Border Crossing(aka “Chaparral” Port of Entry). Thanks toBajaNomad forum for info, video, map and discussion. My first crossing south to TJ on Nov 9 story/photos here.
The new entry into Mexico from San Ysidro to Tijuana opened 1 November 2012. The geographical change is not a big deal. The number of vehicle inspections when crossing into Tijuana is way up. Early reports are that more than half of vehicles are getting a brief inspection, leading to more than 1 hour delays during rush hour.
If you are headed south to Rosarito or Ensenada via the scenic/toll road, gotta hustle to RIGHT LANE immediately after the inspection chamber. That right lane get you to ramp and bridge that will turn you west to the familiar route to get to Highway 1, Playas de Tijuana and your fun southbound.
Getting 2nd hand reports on duty being charged for food. Will look forward to solid first hand reports on the filtering and duty paid for other products. Bajadock’s Pub wine importing is very interested in the “adjustments”.
EXPAT in BAJA Mexico 