The permanent Four Falls border crossing closure in New Brunswick has now been officially confirmed by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The Four Falls port of entry had remained closed since May 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, and federal authorities have now finalized the decision to permanently discontinue operations at the crossing.

According to the CBSA, low traffic volumes and the absence of a connected United States port of entry contributed to the decision. Travellers entering Atlantic Canada can continue using nearby crossings such as Andover and Gillespie Portage.

The closure is part of Canada’s broader border modernisation strategy focused on improving efficiency, technology, and frontline border services.

Key Facts About the Four Falls Border Crossing Closure

Several important updates were shared regarding the closure:

• The Four Falls border crossing in New Brunswick is now permanently closed.
• The crossing had been suspended since May 2020.
• CBSA cited low seasonal traffic as a major reason for closure.
• There is no adjacent U.S. port of entry connected to Four Falls.
• Nearby border crossings remain available for travellers.
• The RCMP continues overseeing border integrity between official ports of entry.
• CBSA is focusing on modernizing border operations across Atlantic Canada.

Source: Closure of the seasonal Four Falls

How the Closure May Affect Travellers

The permanent closure mainly impacts:

• Travellers crossing between New Brunswick and Maine
• Seasonal workers and cross-border commuters
• Commercial transportation operators
• Visitors entering Atlantic Canada through regional border points

Although alternate border crossings remain open nearby, travellers may need to adjust travel routes and crossing plans.

If you are planning to immigrate through New Brunswick, explore the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program to understand your options.

What This Means for Immigration and Border Processing

At ImmigCanada, we understand that border infrastructure changes can affect more than just travel, they impact immigration too. The permanent closure of Four Falls is part of a larger trend of resource optimization by the CBSA.

Our RCIC, Eivy Joy Quito (License #R512178), notes that while physical port closures do not directly affect most immigration streams, they shape the experience of newcomers crossing into Canada. For asylum seekers and visitors, crossing through a designated port of entry is still a legal requirement.

While the Four Falls border crossing closure does not directly affect online immigration applications or permanent residence processing, travellers must continue using designated ports of entry when entering Canada legally.

Canada’s immigration system remains active across Atlantic provinces through programs such as the Atlantic Immigration Program and Provincial Nominee Programs.

Applicants travelling through Atlantic Canada should always verify operational border crossings before departure.

You can learn more about immigration pathways through our Atlantic Immigration Program page.

Canada’s Border Modernization Strategy

The CBSA continues investing in modern border systems across Canada. This includes technology upgrades, enhanced border security, and improvements to traveller processing efficiency.

The permanent closure of smaller low-traffic ports allows the agency to redirect resources toward larger operational border facilities and modernization initiatives.

Atlantic Canada remains an important region for immigration, tourism, and trade despite these operational changes.

If you are crossing into Canada from the United States and are unsure about your options, always contact the CBSA or consult a licensed immigration professional before travelling.

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