What is required to enter the US from Mexico?
What is required to enter the US 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.
Is it safe to travel to Mexico right now 2023?
The U.S. State Department recently updated Mexico's Travel Advisory 2023 for U.S. Tourists traveling to Mexico due to crime in several Mexican states popular with American tourists. “Violent crime—such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery—is widespread and common in Mexico,” warns the State Department.
What documents do I need to enter the US?
- You have a valid passport or Green Card.
- You have a valid ESTA or US visa that matches your passport data (not applicable to Green Card holders).
- You do not pose a threat to the USA or the American people.
- You are not subject to an entry ban.
Do you need a customs form to leave Mexico?
The visitor's permit is valid for stays up to 180 days. Paper forms are being phased out (see blue box above). However, if you were given a paper FMM when you entered Mexico, don't lose the half of the form that is handed back to you at immigration as you'll need it to exit the country.
Is there an exit fee to leave Mexico?
All foreign passengers who are departing from Mexico through any airport or seaport must pay the Exit Tax for Mexico. This fee is applicable regardless of age or nationality.
Can I use my birth certificate to go to Mexico?
To clarify, U.S. citizens entering Mexico must present proof of citizenship (such as a certified copy of a birth certificate), photo ID and proof of sufficient funds. A passport and visa are not required of U.S. citizens entering Mexico for tourism or for transit for stays of up to 90 days.