Can you cross back into the US from Mexico without a birth certificate?


Can you cross back into the US from Mexico without a birth certificate? In a nutshell, U.S. and Canadian citizens older than 16 years old have to show a passport, passport card or another accepted document to cross back into the U.S. Children under 16 may show an original or copy of their birth certificate, a Consular Report of Birth Abroad, a Naturalization Certificate, a Canadian ...


Can Americans enter Mexico with a one way ticket?

Let me explain. So the real answer is NO, you don't need an onward ticket. The immigration entering Mexico is quite relaxed. I've never had a problem entering and getting my 180-day tourist visa on arrival.


Can you enter Mexico from the US with a birth certificate?

Do you need a passport to enter Mexico? Yes, Americans need a passport (or appropriate alternative travel document) to visit Mexico. In the past, visiting Mexico with just a driver's license or birth certificate was possible.


Does Mexico require proof of return travel?

You must present a valid visa and proof of your return ticket. You must fill out an electronic precheck with personal and immigration information to enter Mexico. Learn more on how to do the precheck.


Can you enter and exit Mexico with a birth certificate?

Traveling with Children to Mexico Children under the age of 16 traveling to and from Mexico by land or by sea can use their birth certificates, certificates of citizenship, or naturalization certificates to re-enter the country.


Can I cross back from Mexico with a real ID?

Q: Can I use my REAL ID card to cross the border into Canada and Mexico and for international travel? No. REAL ID cards cannot be used for border crossings into Canada, Mexico or other international travel.


What happens if I forgot my passport?

If you are in the U.S. and you are flying domestically, the good news is that you do not need your passport. You can fly by showing any photo ID issued by the government. It can be done in all 50 U.S. states. Not only that, but the U.S. overseas territories also allow this.


What does a US citizen need to return to the US from Canada?

Entry into the United States: When traveling by air from Canada, U.S. citizens must present a U.S. passport book or other approved identification document.


Do I need proof of return travel?

Proof of onward travel means that airlines and governments want to make sure you are not illegally immigrating to their country, so they need to see proof of a return ticket home.


What documents do I need to leave Mexico?

Temporary and Permanent Visa holders leaving Mexico
They will require your passport and your resident card. Once you have received your form, you may proceed to the airline desk. Upon reentry to Mexico watch the officer to be sure they do not mark you as a tourist and only give you 180 days.


What do you need to cross the US border?

Documents You Will Need
All U.S. citizens need U.S. passport books if re-entering by air. Land and sea border crossings accept additional travel documents, such as U.S. Passport cards and Trusted Traveler cards. Child travelers have additional options - see the Traveling with Children section.