How Long Is the Iguazu Falls Border Crossing?
Seeing both sides of the falls means crossing an international border. Here is what to expect, and how to avoid hours in the queue.
Why the Iguazu border queue can take hours
Almost everyone travelling between Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil) and Puerto Iguazú (Argentina) uses the same bridge, the Tancredo Neves Bridge, also called the Fraternity Bridge. Locals, tourists and taxis all wait in the same line of cars, and every vehicle goes through immigration. On a quiet day it moves quickly. On a busy one, people sit in the queue for hours and lose precious time at the falls.
How we skip the queue
In a car (1 to 4 passengers): our two-car system
- Exit BrazilYour first driver takes you through Brazilian immigration. Your luggage stays in the car.
- Cross the bridgeYou drive across to the Argentine side.
- Meet your second driverBefore you go into Argentine immigration, your first driver points out your second driver, who is waiting on the other side.
- Walk through immigrationYou go through Argentine immigration with your bags and meet your second driver about 25 metres away, skipping the line of cars.
In a van (5 or more passengers): the tourist corridor
Our vans are authorised to use a special tourist corridor at the Argentine border that general traffic cannot use. You stay in the same vehicle, with the same driver and your luggage, the whole way.
We do this every day, and you are well looked after at the border.
Five-star rated on Google and Tripadvisor
Travellers on skipping the border queue
Our two-car system, as described by the people who used it.
- ★★★★★Google
“I’m going to put this simply - if you don’t use Iguazu Falls Travel, you are a fool. I have nothing negative to say about them. They make crossing the border simple - most people have to wait 1 1/2 to 2 hours on each side of the border. Nestor and his team innovated a way to eliminate the wait time. We had 2 days at Iguazu and saving that time was incredible.”
Christina C.Jul 2023
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Quickest border crossing service
“Quickest way to transfer from Fos de Iquazu Brazil to Iquazu town in Argentina! No waiting in long lines of vehicles to cross the border as service includes 2 drivers, 1 on each side of the border.”
Xiaobai T.Feb 2026
- ★★★★★Google
“I did not realize how much it would take to cross the border. Lines lines lines and these guys knew exactly how to make everything as quick as possible. Absolutely worth the money to get through. Took us 30 minutes tops for both crossing and drove me straight to the hotel. Thanks Nestor!!!”
PrestonFromTexasJan 2022
- ★★★★★Google
“We wanted to see the Brazil side of the Iguazu falls, while staying on the Argentina side.The service offered by Iguazufalls travel saved us 3-5 hours of border crossing time.”
Bob C.Mar 2024
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
“I can't say enough about the team of Nestor and Alfredo. Super helpful and personable, and as we skipped the line of what seemed like hundreds of cars, AWESOME!”
AndyFeb 2026
- ★★★★★Google
“Brilliant method to get from the Argentina side to the Brazil side and back. Avoid the massive queue of cars by just swapping cars at the border. Great service.”
Andrew J.Dec 2025
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Flawless service
“I'll admit I was hesitant at first booking with a company I'd found randomly online, but this turned out to be one of the best decisions of my trip — they streamlined the entire border-crossing process to Iguazu Falls seamlessly. The communication and service were excellent from start to finish, and I couldn't recommend them more highly.”
RyderApr 2026
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Couldn't have done the Falls without them!
“Incredible service - prompt, kind, patient, helpful, and invaluable at zooming to the front of the lines at the borders.”
Shaun K.May 2025
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Perfect transfer
“We arrived on the Argentinian side of the falls, where our driver was already waiting to greet us. The transfer to the Brazilian side was incredibly smooth — we bypassed all the border traffic effortlessly. On the other side, our Brazilian driver was ready and waiting, making the handoff seamless.”
Agi J.Jul 2025
- ★★★★★Google
“Amazing use of money. This was so helpful and efficient in crossing the border. We got picked up on the Argentina side and then beat the queues at the border and Vildo collected us on Brazil side. He then took us to the falls and looked after luggage for 3 hours before taking us to our hostel.”
Josh B.Dec 2022
- ★★★★★Google
“Great private transfer service in the Iguazu Falls area. they made the Brazil - Argentine border, crossing simple and fast. Very responsive and keep you informed on the process before and during the border crossing. They made a confusing processing seamless and made touring Iguazu Falls a incredible experience.”
B K.Apr 2023
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Both sides of the Falls
“A great way to visit both sides of the Iguazu Falls. We were picked up from the airport in Argentina and delivered to the border with Brazil bypassing all the queues. After the visit to the Brazilian side we did the trip in reverse back to our hotel in Argentina. Very seamless experience. Would recommend them”
Seamus53Nov 2025
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
“Highly recommend IquazuFalls.travel for the transfers between IGR and hotel in Puerto Iquazu, and between hotel and Iquazu Falls National Parks at both Argentina and Brazil side. It took us less than 10 minutes to cross the Argentina-Brazil border.”
Steve J.Jan 2025
- ★★★★★Google
“Drivers were friendly, punctual, and great at guiding us through the border crossing process. If you need a border transfer when visiting Iguazu Falls, book this one!”
Emma H.Jul 2026
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Very smooth transfer from Argentina to Brazil
“We were baffled by how to get from Argentina to Brazil with two heavy suitcases. We booked a private car service with this company to pick us up from our hotel on the Argentinian side and take us to our hotel on the Brazilian side.”
Ightham1Oct 2025
- ★★★★★Google
“This service gave me such a peace of mind as my wife and I traveled through our honeymoon. We hit five different destinations between Argentina and Brazil, but this was the trickiest stop to coordinate because we had to cross the border to see both sides, and both days we visited the falls we couldn’t leave our luggage behind.”
Jordan H.Apr 2024
Iguazu border crossing: quick questions
How long does it take to cross from Foz do Iguaçu to Puerto Iguazú?
With us, the crossing usually takes about 1 hour, depending on the day. In your own car or a taxi, the line of cars can add hours on busy days.
Do I need a passport to cross the border at Iguazu?
Yes, everyone needs a valid passport, including children. Bring any visas your nationality may require. More about passports at Iguazu.
Do I have to carry my luggage across the border?
In a car, you take your bags through Argentine immigration and your second driver is waiting about 25 metres away. When you exit Brazil, your luggage stays in the car. In a van, everything stays in the vehicle the whole way.
Can I cross into Argentina just for the day to see the falls?
Yes. Many visitors staying in Foz do Iguaçu cross to the Argentine side for the day and come back in the afternoon. We handle both crossings.
Is crossing to Paraguay the same?
No, crossing to Ciudad del Este in Paraguay is a different process with its own requirements. See our Ciudad del Este transfers.
Cross the border the easy way
Tell us where you are staying and which side you want to visit, and we will plan your private transfer across the border.