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Port of entry: Buffalo-Niagara Falls, New York

Customs broker for the Port of Buffalo-Niagara Falls

Buffalo, New York is CBP port 0901 in the Buffalo Field Office. Trucks from Ontario cross at the Peace Bridge or the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge.

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Port facts

What does CBP port 0901 cover?

CBP lists Buffalo, New York as port 0901. The port has four bridges over the Niagara River and the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport. Commercial trucks use two of the bridges.
CBP port code
0901
Buffalo, New York
CBP field office
Buffalo
Commercial truck crossings
Peace Bridge and Lewiston-Queenston Bridge
The CBP border wait time list shows commercial lanes at both bridges, 24 hours a day.
Peace Bridge
Fort Erie, Ontario to Buffalo, New York
Operated by the Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority
Lewiston-Queenston Bridge
QEW and Highway 405 (Ontario) to I-190 and Route 104 (New York)
Niagara Falls Bridge Commission
No trucks
Rainbow Bridge and Whirlpool Bridge
Whirlpool Bridge is for NEXUS members only.
Before arrival
Wait until Allied confirms the filings
Allied tells you when to report to CBP. CBP must authorize release before you take the goods away.

Can I get a PAPS and a U.S. entry at Buffalo today?

Yes, for selected requests. Request a same-day PAPS and clearance. Allied CHB files the ACE eManifest (PAPS) and the U.S. customs entry the same day for drivers and small importers from Canada.

A PAPS number is the shipment number on the truck's ACE eManifest. CBP must receive the eManifest no later than 1 hour before the truck reaches the port, or 30 minutes for a shipment that qualifies for FAST processing (19 CFR 123.92).

The entry tells CBP what the goods are, what they cost and who imports them. The PAPS number connects the truck to that entry. If a required filing is missing, CBP can send the truck back or hold it at the port. Filing acceptance does not guarantee release. CBP decides to release or examine the goods.

These timing rules apply when CBP requires advance truck cargo information. Some informal entries are exempt under 19 CFR 123.92(b)(2): goods that are free of duty (unconditionally or conditionally) and worth $2,500 or less on CBP Form 7523, entries on CBP Form 368 or 368A, and U.S. goods returned on CBP Form 3311. Allied checks which filings your shipment needs before we quote.

No carrier or SCAC? Tell us. For selected requests that our staff accepts, Allied acts as the carrier of record under its own SCAC for the ACE truck eManifest. Allied also files the U.S. customs entry.

PAPS (ACE eManifest)
$500 estimate
U.S. customs entry
$125 estimate
Extra
Bond, duties, taxes and fees
Paid at cost

Allied reviews each request first

Our staff reviews each request before we accept it. We tell you if we can file it the same day and what we need from you. Start the same-day PAPS request.

Road transport rules

Customs filing does not replace USDOT and motor carrier rules. Tell us if the trip is personal or for business. Send the weight ratings and the loaded weights of the truck and the trailer. In interstate or foreign commerce, a vehicle or combination with a weight rating or weight of 10,001 pounds or more can need a USDOT number (49 CFR 390.5, 390.201). Other rules can also apply.

Which Buffalo-Niagara bridges take trucks?

Port 0901 has four bridges. Only the Peace Bridge and the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge take commercial trucks. Tell us the bridge when you send the request.
Bridges at Buffalo-Niagara Falls (port 0901)
BridgeCommercial trucksCBP hours
Peace BridgeYes24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Lewiston-Queenston BridgeYes24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Rainbow BridgeNoSee the CBP port page
Whirlpool BridgeNo (NEXUS only)7:00 am to 11:00 pm, 7 days a week

Hours are from the CBP port page and the CBP border wait time list, and can change. Oversize and special loads need approval from the bridge operator before the crossing. A 24-hour crossing does not mean that Allied offers 24-hour filing service.

What does Allied CHB need for a Buffalo entry?

Allied CHB files U.S. entries remotely in ACE under filer code 9AJ at every U.S. port of entry. Send the documents before the truck leaves. For the first entry, sign the power of attorney online.

  • Commercial invoice and packing list

  • Existing carrier name and SCAC, if any; truck, trailer and driver details

  • Bridge, planned crossing date and time

  • Importer of record number

  • A customs bond, if required

    Allied confirms the entry type and any bond requirement. See customs bonds.

  • A signed power of attorney

    One time, before the first entry.

What if I bring a car or a trailer through Buffalo?

  • Cars and trucks

    Send the VIN, the ownership documents, the date of manufacture and the engine details before travel. NHTSA HS-7 box 1 needs a vehicle at least 25 years old from its date of manufacture. EPA code E on Form 3520-1 needs at least 21 years and the original configuration. A replaced engine must meet EPA rules. Heavy-duty highway engines use EPA Form 3520-21. Allied confirms the declarations. See vehicle import and how to import a car.

  • Trailers

    A trailer that you import permanently is imported merchandise. Declare it, also when it carries other goods. It also needs a DOT HS-7 declaration and a safety compliance or exemption basis. Send its VIN, the ownership documents and photos of its certification label before travel. See trailer import.

  • Commercial loads

    CBP generally requires a formal entry above $2,500 and for some goods at any value. An eligible shipment of lower value can use an informal entry. Allied confirms the entry type and any bond after we review the goods. See formal entry for the rules.

  • Regular carriers

    Carriers that cross often can use Allied for every load. See cross-border truck clearance.

Quote on request

How do I get a quote?

Tell us about the truck and the goods. We reply with a quote and the list of documents that we need.

Request: Customs entry at Buffalo-Niagara Falls

Quote on request

Do not send an EIN, a Social Security number or a password in this form. We ask for them securely later.

Or call (908) 291-8001 or email info@alliedchb.com.

Questions

Questions about customs at Buffalo-Niagara Falls

What is the CBP port code for Buffalo, NY?

0901. CBP lists Buffalo, New York as port 0901 in the Buffalo Field Office. The Peace Bridge, the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge, the Rainbow Bridge and the Whirlpool Bridge use this code.

Which bridges can a commercial truck use?

The Peace Bridge and the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge. The Rainbow Bridge and the Whirlpool Bridge do not take commercial trucks.

What is a PAPS number?

It is the shipment number on the truck's ACE eManifest. CBP must receive the eManifest no later than 1 hour before arrival, or 30 minutes for a shipment that qualifies for FAST processing (19 CFR 123.92). The U.S. entry refers to this number.

Can Allied file my PAPS and entry the same day?

Yes, for selected requests. Our staff reviews each request first. The estimates are $500 for the PAPS and $125 for the entry. The bond, duties, taxes and fees are extra.

Do I need a customs broker in Buffalo?

No. A licensed broker with a national permit can do customs business at every U.S. port (19 CFR 111.19). Allied CHB files Buffalo entries remotely in ACE. The truck and any exam stay at the bridge.

Can I bring an oversize load over the Peace Bridge?

Only with approval. The Peace Bridge Authority needs an application before arrival for a special load, and it charges a traffic management fee. The customs entry is a separate filing with CBP.

Truck crossing at Buffalo today?

Send the invoice, the transport details and the bridge. We confirm if we can accept the request and meet your planned arrival time.

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Last reviewed September 28, 2026. This page explains customs rules in general terms. It is not legal advice. Duty rates and CBP procedures change often, and we confirm the figures for your shipment in writing before you commit.

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