we are trying to go to a funeral and are driving from Wisconsin, My girlfriend and I are US born citizens and looking to drive into Mexico for a week. Another option is to quarantine for 2 weeks in the UK, then enter the US. I want to drive a Mexican rental car across the border at Nogales for a maximum 2-night stay in Tucson to pick up some things I had to leave with a friend. San Diego -> Tijuana). https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/western-hemisphere-travel-initiative. I crossed by land on Merch 17 through Otay with no problems. I am a US citizen and my wife is Mexican citizen. My brother is a United States citizen, he recently got his dual citizenship in Mexico. Ray, are you planning on marriage with your fiance? We plan to either cycle or walk across the border but wanted your advice on if this is possible please? Super safe Trump said its all fake news. If you enter Mexico by land and plan to travel beyond the immediate border area (approximately 12 miles into Mexico), you must stop at an INM office at the port of entry to obtain an entry permit (Forma Migratoria Multiple or FMM), even if not explicitly directed to do so by Mexican officials. Did you have any issues? I had no difficulties. This is a disgrace. If you havent left for TJ, then you need to apply for a passport, wait for its arrival, THEN cross the border. No Covid test required as CBX is a Please let me know if this applies to us as well. Once you get close to 2nd street you will see signs that say "Mexico Only, No USA Return." The flights are 1/4 the price of flying from AZ. Except the Haitians actually ARE rapists. Need to go again. Your US insurance will not only NOT be valid in Mexico, but if you have any accident regardless of fault you go to the police station until your insurance company guarantees you have insurance. The situation is in flux. Then go to the border with that in your hand . Lawyers fees, travel expenses, timeetc, etc, etc, They say to make sure you are in the correct lanes before you get to the actual booths. Any thoughts or info greatly appreciated from very stressed out pregnant mom- lol. Land crossing does not require a negative COVID test. You will have to wait until June 21st to see if they prolong the non-essential travel ban. My son born in the USA and he crossed with his birth certificate and driver licence and he doesnt have any problem and hes 25yrs old! Can you clarify this issue for me so I can proceed with additional confidence as I yank my roots out of the ground with great trepidation? We are planning to drive down from the US to PV in late July/early August to supervise some repairs on the house. Your MEXICAN insurance, not your US. I believe you can get a doctors note to show that your mom is essential . However, my drivers license just expired and they still arent renewing them due to COVID (I have to do it in person this time). And will we be allowed to cross into Mexico? may i know what you did? The home I renting is open- any idea if Ill have trouble driving from LA with a US passport? She has a Visa but we have a religious event, will that be a problem for her to cross that way ? Did someone cross the border the other day and how is the situation at the border? His birth certificate should be enough. In addition, they have become a major destination for international tourists, with a wide variety of attractions and activities. The crossing is one of the busiest in California, so it should not be surprising that the wait times are, on average, 50 minutes. Im almost positive that homeowners can cross into the states no problem. We are both fully vaccinated and have our vaccination cards. North Korea is a better place than the West in 2021! I am driving through Mexico and am unsure how to get a tourist car and car import card. Hola Gerardo, me preguntaba qu terminaste haciendo? Im trying to find out if I can re enter the USA from Canada to drive through to Mexico? Nora, I go every month for a week to see my boyfriend I pass threw Miguel Alemane I have no problems going are coming just the immigration there check you up and down, When was the last time you went? U might have better luck flying to Phx and driving over They border guards even gave my partner a rough time in going to his medical appointment in San Diego (and medical is supposed to be an exception), and ultimately denied his entry. Im on a work Visa. Two of Mexicos largest states account for nearly a third of its total manufacturing activity. Do not even think of crossing the border without the insurance and also make sure youve got all the necessary paperwork for you car (Registration etc.) We always had that certificate in the car with us but were never asked to show it. Well the US did exactly the same thing to Canada. If you get a green light, you may go through the border crossing. I really need help. WebIf you need to cross outside of those hours, you will have to go to Mexicali. My sons (21 and 17) planning to drive to southern tip of Baja to pick up older brother who cycled there. June 22nd 2021. we have done tbis for 17 years, except last year, so we know the ropes. Hope it helps! Before or after you arrive in Mexico? Nick, please let me know what you find out. Sentri or Global Entry is the golden ticket to driving back. But I am afraid of what will happen coming back to us from mex. WebThere are 50 places where people can legally cross the MexicoUnited States border. were currently living in Mexico City but planning to go back home to TX for the holidays, TIA! The U.S. really is doing this mostly because of COVID-19 and Mexico is allowing their border to be open because closing it would just cause major economic problems. You can park the car in the US and walk over- Mexico never stops me or asks me anything. Mexico is home to a number of major manufacturing industries, including automotives, aviation and aerospace, medical devices, apparel, and textiles, and consumer goods. I want to return to the UK via San Diego, crossing by land at the Mexicali/Calexico border entry. Shannon I cross often thru Nogales and travel all of Sonora, only legal residents and citizens will be allowed by land. For traffic information, call (760) 768-2383. Im currently 5 months pregnant and HAVE to travel in order to recieve prenatal care in the US. Not sure where home is, but you can drive rental or fly to your home from border area. We are family of 5 planning to drive to San Felipe (Baja) July 18. Do you have a time machine? I left the UK and arrived in Mexico on the 15th May. They may warn or lecture you but just tell them unable to get a appointment for passport due to covid. DECLARATION LANE: If you have things that need to be declared, you will need to go to the Declaration Lane Carril de Declaracion. There, you will stop at the customs building to fill out forms and pay duties. I just checked the Andrade Border crossing because my dentist is in Algodones and the reported hours of operation are now 6 am to 10 pm. Highway 5 is paved all the way through to the junction with Highway 1. Is it true? Mexico is not a Canadian province. She has a green card and I have read that the US boarder will not refuse green card holders from entering. During their time working must they report their work locations? Mexican authorities can impound a vehicle that enters the country without a valid U.S. registration, a vehicle driven by a Mexican national who is not resident in the United States, or vehicles found beyond the border zone without the temporary import permit. Thanks, Rick, We need to travel from Alberta to Puerto Vallarta via Houston on Aug 6 Does anyone know if we will be able to travel or will we be held up in Houston? Will I be able to transit( drive ) trough the USA to get to the Mexican border? Yes , is fine with a expire pasaport, I just pick up my nieces , in March and April , I just show there pasaport and birth certificate, Officer did not say anything they just let us in. If you are not an American or Canadian citizen, you will require a valid passport and a visa or visa waiver (ESTA) or green card (legal residency card) to enter the USA from Mexico. This is a big deal because you need to have it stamped in order to travel freely in Baja. The toll roads are very inexpensive and its like you got the freeway all to yourself except for commercial traffic. It is only restricted for non-Americans driving into the US from Mexico. I cross back and forth regularly (including today). They are a major hub for international trade, and are home to several key industries, including manufacturing and tourism. (But we also figured that the one time we didnt have it would be the time we would be required to snow it!). The U.S. doesnt. We are traveling in a motor home with a towed vehicle. Im actually debating whether I want to bring items in my car, cross at the Otay Mesa crossing, meet Sandra in a nearby parking lot, so she can then ship them to Cabo from Tijuana. Thanks. She can cross with a birth certificate if she is a US citizen. They were on the BC news 3 weeks ago. Maybe by air, but check carefully. I have seen many posts about people that have crossed several times but dont know how recently. I have hired a Mexican National, who has been living in the USA for the past 10 years, to be my fishing lodge manager on Holbox Island. I think they denied a few out of 1000s that went thru. that means you are getting close! If an item is brand new, take it out of the packaging. Hello KC, as you and your Family are all US Citizens, going into Mexico, by car, beside waiting in line, you should have no issues going into Mexico, and as for getting back from Mexico to the United States, going into the US is considered on you and your familys part, Essential travel, If only we could say the same or visa versa for those wanting to go into the States that do not meet the requirements or what is Considered Essential. If you need to cross outside of those hours, you will have to go to Mexicali. Smaller border crossings will generally be more relaxed, but your husband, being a foreign national, I guess wouldnt be allowed back into the States. We were wondering if we will even be allowed to get a permit at the border for the car and allowed into the country? I hope youd be ok with that (I value my own freedoms and privacy), and I hope you also get a better answer and enjoy your travels. Makes a lot of sense.. Tammy can you lay me know how recent your post was.. we are headed there Thursday from San Diego. I am trying to get back to the US with my SSN, Expired Driving License, and expired Employment Authorization Card. I doubt youll be able to cross. Tijuana is well-known for its food, beer, culture, surgery, and even housing, which tourists come to enjoy. My city accepted some Canadians that were property owners. Hi Julia! Sinopharm All the men? Ok. And how he is going to enter Mexico without a passport? Maybe even sprinkle a bit of dirt your stuff. My friends go all the time to Mexico and back from San Diego ! I am hoping to get a 6 month tourist visa as well, but at least from your comment I guess I can be sure at least they will let me come back into Mexico. Even my 10 year child understands that you dont allow people to get infected when 2-3% (the overall mortality rate in the USA) are likely to die. 5 days of driving for 45 mins clerical work. My friend wants to come back to Orlando from Mexico and visit. Any information is greatly appreciated. What is the cost for such a Visa? Stay off the free roads. I have one son with valid passport. We are in a loophole! Can I still travel to Mexico? I am from a boarder town and the department of public health does regulate people from the USA crossing over to MX. Youll want to check after Aug 20, because the current restrictions are set to expire on that date. Because the United States does not restrict its citizens from leaving the country. Citizens of India are banned from entering USA due to the pandemic raging out there. were you able to obtain a tourist permit across the border or did u get it when u arrived to Cabo? When you have a short trip, its worth a visit. 2. Discovering The Real Estate Deals Of Tijuana Mexico, Escaping The American Hustle: An Exploration Of US Citizens Living In Tijuana, Exploring The Culture Attractions And Lifestyle Of Tijuana Mexico. Also, have crossed border by foot and car. Thanks Julia. 4. Vaccine or not. Thanks. United States, P O Box 632 Then how come I was LEGALLY able to go there AND come back with EVER applying for an American Passport?!? Hello, I drove to Mexico 18th and back to US on the 25 no issues . So you know where Im going with this. since you have a passport, no problem.but there r restrictions. Jalisco / PV is experiencing rapidly increasing Covid infections and deaths. Suite 1200 I ask because just at the 25 mile point there is an inmigration check point. Hello, my wife who is a Mexican citizen with a b1 b2 visa border crossing card and we want to travel to Las Vegas, but since I can cross driving and we have a wheelchair bond child we prefer driving, my daughter and I are both US citizens. Misty you will Need a US birth certificate to prove citizenship, along with ID. Good luck. Calexico, CA 92231 Janssen (made by Johnson & Johnson). The remaining 1,051,169 encounters, or 63%, involved people from countries other than Mexico by far the highest total for non-Mexican nationals in CBP records dating back to 2000. I can see there arent any restrictions for traveling into Mexico, but would hate to be turned away at the border. Can I cross the border with my motor home and enter to Mexico as non-citizen from any border which is more West since I am in California. If you were curious about the tedious process, have loads of patience, loads of time on your hand, and wouldnt be offended if a high school educated agent at the gates assumes if youre from Turkey youre probably Muslim and if youre Muslim you most likely have tennis shoes wired to go boom, then vamos a la playa. Can a person from Europe: Either country illegally invading the other is considered an act of war. You have to push for your rights, Hi. Valid drivers license Just have to be an American citizen to get back ! US, CA dez (it's a dry heat)/West Yellowstone,MT, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Hi Paul, The city of Mexicali is located in the Mexican state of Baja California, which is not a part of the United States. Only thing to be afraid of is renting an apartment near a noisy dog that barks all night, or next to people who play their music loud. My mother is trying to visit from Germany to help me (currently pregnant with no4 due in December) On one trip there was a Federal road block entering San Carlos (just North of Guaymas). My husband is Mexican and I am American. https://www.mexperience.com/documents-required-for-travel-and-entry-to-mexico/. I am worried I will be turned away but have heard that many people are still crossing, so it seems uncertain. The last time I checked, State Farm Auto insurance covers you within 50 miles of the border. No charge for people taking flights under 7 days. Youll be safe there from food problems, etc., and the Quartz is very thorough and serious about preventing the spread of Covid. Illinois has some the strictest restrictions for Covid-19 of all the states. The DL and birth certificate are enough. My husband and I will be driving to Mazatln area next week (crossing at Nogales). Calexico International Airport. Hi, Just recently MX has agreed to close its borders to non-essentail traffic on the southern border (with Belize and Guatemala) in a bid to help America keep out a surge in such illegal immigrants (and also so MX would receive 2.5m doses of vaccine). Ive never been outside the USA so I found this interesting. I hear its bad? In June I drove from Queretaro to Oregon via Texas and then returned to my home near San Luis de la Paz at the end of the month (July). COVID 19 is once again raging in Mexico. It connects directly to California State Route 7 . Thanks, Im driving up to Austin on the 6th as well to take care of a family member, will they let us in? The number of people who have paid to fly, stay in hotels, rent cars etc. Just because you got a green light doesn't mean you are 100% in the clear. You should call your dentist to ensure that they are open, and to ask what precautions they are taking. I am an American citizen from Ohio and I have been living in Mexico for the last 19 months except for last June when I returned to Ohio and sold my condo. Truly understand your frustration on this topic. Hello! Lol no I just have an aversion to ignorant people. She has a active up to date tourist visa. I am a future LLM student holding a F-1 visa (I am a Mexican citizen and resident), my studies will start on January 4, 2021. Yes, show them the flight tickets and they will issue new i-94. TN Visa holders and re-enter the US normally. (Green card) you can fly into the U.S. as that is not restricted at this moment. Passport is fine. Dont quite understand how you could get a car permit on-line when the official stance at the moment is that no tourist visas ( FMMs ) are being issued because the no land border crossing permissions are being extended until at least mid-August You will have no issues whatsoever, we recently travelled from San Diego to Valle de Guadalupe. Returning to Mexico a few days later using CBX again. It does not cost anything. However, shipping personal and household items from USA to Cabo is now prohibited. I know being US citizen I can come back with a DL. He has his visa, but will he be allowed in with me? My best friend retired & moved to Mazatln 20 years ago, but her husband just died and she needs my helpso Im in the process of selling my car & packing my things to move to Mazatln next month with a 6-month Mexican VISA which is the first step in my efforts to gain a Temporary Residency VISA when I get to Mexico. Planning a trip to Baja mid October. I was wondering if you had received an answer to your question. While most people associate Mexicali with business and industry, it has a strong reputation for hospitality and tourism. Thank you for having us! My sister wants to go on vacation with us to Rosarito. Nothing unusual about the trip at all. Planning a last minute trip to Cancun but am worried about reentering the US. We would be crossing US/Mex border in Nov 2020, and assuming all Canadian/USA/Mex borders still closed, we plan to ship our vehicle from Canada to US, Fly to US and pick up vehicle to drive to Mazatlan. Im vaccinated and I say to each his own. But even when I do I stick to the toll roads and stay with groups of vehicles. Do you still belive in this manufactured pandemic or are you, like millions of others starting to understand how deeply you have been fooled? Thats One Of My Friends and I Dreams but to tell you the truth I wont recommend drive through Mexico right now I will say Mexico still safe to visit but on the road things are much more unsafe. As of right now you can drive a rental car into Mexico IF you rent from Avis in TX (and a few other boarder states) and have a business/company Avis account. Nobody needs a passport to enter in Mexico. To be honest nothing is clear. Just wondering in this time of unknowns due to the Pandemic. The article makes it sound like our only issue will be the possible road-blocks after entering Mexico. I am flying to Chetumal from TIJ using the SBX and returning to TIJ also using the SBX into san diego. Will this be possible? Janet real ID is not good anymore they asking for your passport and green card or they will leave you for hours at they office until you file come clean, anyways they will charge almost $600.00 dollars and a warning if you do it again they will not let you in to USA, and the same to citizens they need they American passport to back into USA Open the border already our family needs to spend some time together! Walking to Mexico, you will be pulled into a waiting room and will have to purchase a visa for $30 which is good for 6 months. Mexico is becoming one of the most desirable countries in the world to outsource manufacturing, according to a recent report. Crossed into Mexico from Laredo week of 3/22-3/26. A pandemic with a lethality rate of .06% , My husband and i went last week no problems. WebThere are two separate border crossings in Mexicali-East and West. I am planning on traveling to Jalisco. The city is home to numerous attractions such as the Rio Hardy, the Imperial Valley, and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. I have made two trips across the US/Mexican border since the restrictions have been put in place and am planning a third trip for next week. Was she born in the United States. I was pregnant and we decided not to risk driving to Canada because of the high risk back home. I drive all the time back and forth, no problem. We are planning to cross into Nogales in March for dental treatments for the day and come back in the afternoon. I was there yesterday buying me some tacos before 3:00 I was home already. The USA & Mexico signed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. You were able to only show the birth certificate and driver license? Without a resident card or utility bill, would I be able to enter BJX with a note from my Mexican Doctor? The test is only required if travelling by air according to the government. If it is red you will be directed to a secondary inspection. I dont see why tourists cant come here to USA, when all the people from America keeps traveling. Hello. Hello Katya, We have included information regarding crossing the Mexico border at the Calexico / Mexicali Border. Any information from someone who has recently done the journey would be really appreciated! Many excellent hotels are empty (or near empty) and prices have never been lower. YOU CAN DRIVE THROUGH THE SAN YSIDRO OR OTAY BORDER W/OUT A COVID TEST. my visa expires 06/31. Your balls are now sterile. Thnaks. My boyfriend is from Scotland and spent 14 days in Mexico and arrived yesterday into the US from Mexico. I myself are in Mexico for 15 days and plan to fly to Florida! My wife is a Mexican citizen and permanent US resident, and our kids have dual citizenship. She is your dads caregiver for his medical needs. Do you know if I would have a problema re entering the US after maybe a week staying in Mexico?? I fill it out only when I am flying out of Mexico or in. Or will they have to fly direct from Mexico? My travel date is next week but no passport yet. Food and lodging: the Lucerne Hotel and the Quartz Hotel in TJ are beautiful first class establishments with excellent service and delicious food. I am planning on walking across to Tijuana from San Diego on August 13th to August 16th. smh. It's 25 miles from Yuma to the border. We are fully informed regarding the usual requirements, but until reading this article, believed that we would not be allowed to enter Mexico until the border was opened to non-essential travel. Also, when they actually did set it up, it was like around 11 AM for a couple of days and for a few hours. Can I cross over, buy the medicine and return with no problem now like I used to Pre-COVID? With this, you will be able to travel from one city to another with ease. https://www.mexperience.com/mexico-visitor-residency-permit-visa-coronavirus-covid-19/. Hi Angela, as Jason remarked you can fly to Mexico; some smaller airports are closed but main ones remain open. See 169 traveler reviews, 77 candid photos, and great deals for One Mexicali, ranked #10 of 31 hotels in Mexicali and rated 3.5 of 5 at Tripadvisor. No not at all . Based on my experiences no. Much appreciatedd if you answer. You must have a paper passport or passport card when you return to US from Mexico. Being married does not warrant entry if he holds a tourist visa only, in this case he can get back by air only. Inconsistent policy. Really? How about the toll road into Monterrey from Laredo? I recently crossed at K21 near Nogales and obtained all my documents for touristic travel for 180 days. Thanks. I agree with you, however, the Mexican decision of having its borders open has allowed me to visit my family in Mxico, of course always safely. They also wanted to see the original copy of your title. I plan on traveling to Mexico thru San ysidro border just for a few hours. Before Covid, the dentist office had someone pick me up and drop me back off. Creation Date. We are trying to do the same driving from CO. Did you hear that Nogales border is OK to enter Mexico? She visits our children quite often. Has anyone drove to Mexico within the last months. Im working in USA with a J-1 visa (so Im not a U.S citizen) and I planning to meet my family in Mexico (they coming from Brazil) since they cant enter in U.S because my daughter dont have a visa. What good does it do to close the Border between the US and Mexico if Mexico never enforces it? We flew into Dallas and people were getting checked by immigration and let in with work and tourist visas. However, Im still nervous about the situation because so much is at stake! and for how long could be extended beyond January 2022? Your husband will be turned back. I was hoping to make the drive to Guatemala next month to renew my TIP on the southern border. And yes, the purpose is tourism. Question: The EAST Mexicali crossing will be open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., 7 days a week. Hi, I am a french art director working in Los Angeles with a O1 visa, I made the mistake to fly to France to see my family and am now stuck there, I was denied boarding on my connecting flight and had to return to my parents home. From there you will take Cesar Chavez Blvd. we are planning to drive from Phoenix to Guanajuato next week. These changes are for passengers and pedestrians ONLY. No, they are legally married. They may let you go (if it is small) or they will require you to pay the duty/confiscate the item(s) or if you were really trying to pull a fast one, jail. First of all you will be traveling my friend, never driving. LeAnn if you are legal resident along with your children you have no problem. We are trying to arrange travel for my partner, a UK citizen, into the States for the birth of our baby. The inabilty for Mexican citizens to visit friends and families across town is just cruel. Hi Im from Canad currently in Mexico,( Tijuana) does anyone know if I can buy a ticket to travel from San Diego to Vancouver and if the will let me enter USA to board the flight? Apparently, The US, Mexico, and Canada reached this agreement about only letting essential traffic thru their borders only. It will give you the information that you are asking, https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/need-passport/us-mexicoborder.html, AIR TRAVEL REQUIRES NEGATIVE COVID TEST AS OF JAN 26, 2021, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html, Yes if you fly into US but you can fly into Tijuana and use CBX border crossing to avoid that. But at this time this is the info I found. Or what do I need? They just ask you where you are going, and what you were doing in Mexico like they always do. Just stick to the facts of whether or not US Citizens can cross the border. Yes they would like you to think that a passport is required, and for the most it is. Hi Carol, I appreciate it. To fly back the baby needs a passport and only Life or Death situations can get a passport. I drove from there to Jalisco and was never bothered, stopped, questioned. Laurence, if your employee crosses the border for work purposes, then that would likely fall under essential travel you should probably check with the Island authorities on Holbox, in the case they may be demanding to see papers, to ask what documentation your employee may require to be allowed access to the island. Does anyone know about land crossings in Texas around Laredo. Yes you can travel with your birth certificate and an ID. Where did you meet her, and more importantly did you approach her or did she approach you first? How is the driving into Laredo? The MAIN (DOWNTOWN) Mexicali crossing will still remain open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Traveling to Mexico from the United States Thanks, please let me know im in the same boat in AZ. Its revenge for US building the wall. It is also true that it depends a lot on the official who deals with you at the border. They are still giving them outCanada has a fine up to one million dollars and prison terms for anyone caught illegally in Canada. Make sure to get us car insurance before you cross the border and also see if you need to get a drivers license for the state you will be in you might need to also get us plates and registration for the car because most states have a time limit on how long you can operate a car from some other place. Theres a very good chance that youll have to pay import duties and taxes on the value of what youre bringing, even if theyre donations. You cannot fly within Mexico without an FMM, and you need a passport to obtain an FMM. I agree this is ridiculous every 21st of the month they add another month. Tijuana and Mexicali are two cities located in the northwestern region of Mexico. Im also a green card holder planning to return to California by January or February 2022. No more kids for you baa baa sheep. The mainstream media are lying and using old footage of past catastorphy in India to make idiots like you believe people are dying from covid in India. And many times the people on the ground down know the rules either and you have to educate them. And they are putting these restrictions because they basically made a deal with the US saying Mexico had to stop the southerns from crossing (because the US is getting full of immigrants, lets be honest) so that the US can gift Mexico some vaccines, but that was the requierement, dont worry too much .