Derby Line–Stanstead Border Crossing

The Derby Line-Stanstead Border Crossing is a port of entry where a street in Vermont connects to Quebec Route 143 through inspection buildings and vehicle processing lanes. The crossing includes customs counters on both sides, automated barriers, and secure corridors for foot and vehicle traffic.

The United States border station was constructed in 1932 with Georgian Revival architecture and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. This building has remained the centerpiece of the crossing and reflects early 20th century border infrastructure design.

The border station links two closely connected communities where streets, houses, and public buildings like the Haskell Free Library physically cross national boundaries. Daily life here reflects this division, with residents and visitors moving between countries through shared spaces.

The United States customs office is open from 8 AM to 8 PM daily, while Canadian border services operate 24 hours with automated security barriers. Visitors should have identification documents ready and expect wait times, especially during morning and evening rush periods.

Several buildings in the area physically cross the border, meaning visitors must formally enter and exit the country when accessing them. This creates an unusual situation where routine activities like visiting a library require proper border documentation.