What documents do I need to cross the border from Mexico?


What documents do I need to cross the border from Mexico? 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.


Can I go to Mexico without a passport?

All citizens of the United States must present a valid passport when entering Mexican territory by any means of transportation. There are no exceptions for minors. Stays less than 72 hours within the border area, do not require an Official Entry Immigration Form (FMM).


Can you get back into the US without a passport?

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.


What do I need to cross the border from Mexico to US by car?

U.S. citizens must present a valid U.S. passport book or card, in addition to an entry permit (Forma Migratoria Multiple or FMM) issued by Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM). Travelers should be sure to enter Mexico with valid proof of automobile registration, even if remaining in the border zone.


What documents do I need to enter the US from Mexico?

Requirements to Reenter the U.S. from Mexico by Land
  1. US Passport book.
  2. Passport card.
  3. SENTRI or Global Entry.
  4. Enhanced Driver's License.
  5. Enhanced Tribal Card.
  6. FAST - for commercial drivers.
  7. NEXUS - for crossing the US/Canada border.
  8. Military Identification Cards (for members of the U.S. armed official maritime business)


Can a US permanent resident go to Mexico without a passport?

Can a US permanent resident travel to Mexico without a passport? No, all travelers including US permanent residents will require a passport to enter and exit Mexico.


Can you go to Mexico with just a birth certificate?

Can you cross the Mexican border with a birth certificate? Birth certificates are only acceptable as forms of identification for minors traveling to Mexico by road or closed-loop cruises.


Can I come 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 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 ID is required to enter the US from Mexico?

Mexican nationals are required to present a valid passport and visa or BCC when traveling to the United States by land. For travel by sea, Mexican nationals will need to present a valid passport and visa or a valid passport and BCC.