The Houlton Port of Entry sits at the end of Interstate 95, right at the Maine-New Brunswick border, about 200 meters from the Woodstock port of entry on the Canadian side. Unlike some border crossings that split an interview across two offices, Houlton runs joint interviews with CBP and CBSA officers working together in one location, which is more convenient if you're applying from either side of the border. Confirm the port on Google Maps before you head over.
No available appointments at Houlton POE/Woodstock?
This office runs limited weekly days rather than a full schedule, which can make appointment slots scarce relative to demand from eastern Canada and northeastern Maine. Rather than refreshing the Trusted Traveler Programs site by hand, savvy travelers set up Snapslot to send a real-time text the moment a cancellation opens up, so they can grab it before anyone else does.
Knowing the Global Entry Application Process
- Submit Your Application: Create a Trusted Traveler Programs account and submit the Global Entry application with the fee.
- Await Conditional Approval: CBP reviews your background before clearing you to schedule an interview.
- Schedule Your Interview: If nothing is open, Snapslot can alert you the moment a cancellation appears.
- Attend Your Interview: If coming from Canada, tell the primary officer you're there for a Trusted Traveler interview and you'll be directed to the enrollment center. If coming from the U.S., park in the lot on the left just before the port of entry, then tell the officer inside the lobby the same thing.
- Await Final Approval: Most applicants hear back shortly after the interview.
Preparing for your interview
Bring proof of citizenship, birth certificates, passports if applicable, and verification of both your permanent physical address and mailing address. You may also need to show evidence that you're admissible to the United States. The interview is largely an honesty check, so answer plainly and dress professionally, as you would for any appointment with a federal officer.
Getting to your appointment
Parking at Houlton POE/Woodstock
Parking is available in the lot on the left just before the port of entry if you're arriving from the U.S. side.
Taking Public Transit to Houlton POE/Woodstock
There's no meaningful public transit to this border crossing. For travelers coming from elsewhere in Aroostook County or from Woodstock, New Brunswick, driving is the practical way to get here.
No available appointments?
Check the Trusted Traveler Programs site directly for current hours and openings, or let Snapslot watch it for you.
Skip the manual refreshing: Snapslot texts you the moment a Houlton cancellation opens up.