Can I cross the Mexican border with my ID and 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 ...



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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.

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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.

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No. REAL ID cards cannot be used for border crossings into Canada, Mexico or other international travel.

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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. Mexican auto insurance: you should never drive in Mexico without Mexican auto insurance.

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No. REAL ID cards cannot be used for border crossings into Canada, Mexico or other international travel.

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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.

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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.

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Additionally, American citizens can visit Mexico by land without a passport granting them access to other sections of the culturally vibrant country, including Mexico City and San Miguel de Allende. However, remember that you will need a passport card if visiting the country by car.

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In place of a passport, you can use WHTI-compliant documents like passport cards, trusted traveler's cards, and NEXUS cards. While these allow you to travel to these regions by sea and road, they are not acceptable for international flights.

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The use of a passport is recommended to go to Tijuana. However, if you do not have a passport and have to travel urgently to the city, customs admit secondary documentation: Valid identification.

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