Can I fly from Tijuana to Tulum without a passport?

Can I fly from Tijuana to Tulum without a passport? US citizens of any age flying to or from Mexico must have a US passport book, no exceptions. You should be aware that the US passport card cannot be used for international air travel.



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Yes. A US passport book is mandatory when traveling to Mexico by air. Also, minors (babies and children) will need a passport to enter Mexico. Once you arrive in the country, border control authorities will check and stamp your passport for entry.

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What Do I Need to Travel to Cancun?
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
  • FMM Mexico Tourist Card (if arriving by land)
  • Visa for Mexico (when applicable)
  • Return flight ticket.
  • Documentation proving the purpose of the visit (such as hotel reservation)
  • Proof of sufficient funds.


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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.

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The Mexican government only requires that your passport must be valid during the entirety of your trip. Please contact the airline(s) you will be flying on to ensure that they let you board the plane as the United States does have a six months validity rule for passports that may apply.

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You can travel without a passport in the following countries: Puerto Rico. US Virgin Islands. Northern Mariana Islands.

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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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All passengers must present a valid passport and visa if applicable.

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The Mexico Visa policy is a document foreign nationals require who wish to enter Mexico for business, tourism, or other purposes. The visa is obtained from a Mexican Consulate or Embassy. It can be valid for up to six months, depending on your visa type.

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A driver's license, US or Mexican, is not considered official identification in Mexico. If you are a foreigner, you must carry a passport or a Temporary or Permanent Resident Visa. Those are the only acceptable identification cards in Mexico for foreigners. You need a passport to board an international flight.

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There will not be any issue for flying from Tijuana to Cancún in the scenario you describe. The airlines request a federal ID such as a passport for the adults and usually they accept birth certificates for the minors.

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Flying to Cabo, you'll need a valid passport. It is strongly recommended that the passport will be valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel.

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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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