Will a birth certificate get you passed the border to Mexico?


Will a birth certificate get you passed the border to Mexico? 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.


What ID do I need to cross the Mexican border?

In addition to a valid passport, you will need a free, short-term permit known as an FMM, acquired from the Mexican authorities at the Mexican port of entry or online.


How do I get an emergency passport in Mexico?

Follow these steps
  1. Step 1: Email the embassy or consulate-general.
  2. Step 2: Wait for a response and file a police report.
  3. Step 3: Gather the documents that you need.
  4. Step 4: Go to your appointment.
  5. Step 5: Collect your emergency travel document.


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.


Can I use my birth certificate to go to Tijuana?

You can cross into Mexico without a birth certificate, but returning into the US might be an issue. You will need birth certificate, and other forms of government ID in order for you to be allowed back in.


Can I go to Mexico without a passport or 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.