Do I no longer need a tourist card for Mexico?

You NO longer need to fill out the Forma Migratoria Multiple (FMM) also known as Tourist Card. There are a few exceptions: If you are flying to/from ANY OTHER airport in Mexico NOT listed above, then you may still need to fill out the Immigration Form manually when you arrive or depart from another airport in Mexico.



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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. Stays less than 72 hours within the border area, do not require an Official Entry Immigration Form (FMM).

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Who needs an FMM tourist permit? All U.S. and Canadian citizens over the age of two, without a Mexican temporary or permanent resident card, need to obtain an FMM tourist permit when entering Mexico. Other non-Mexican citizens from the countries listed here need an FMM as well.

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When traveling through a land border, you can get one at the border crossing by stopping at an immigration office or applying online. The FMM form for Mexico can only be filled in online if you travel by land, it cannot be filled in online if you're traveling by sea or air.

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U.S. citizens must present a valid U.S. passport book or card, in addition to an entry permit (Forma Migratoria Multiple or FMM) issued by Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM). Travelers should be sure to enter Mexico with valid proof of automobile registration, even if remaining in the border zone.

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A valid passport book is required to enter Mexico by air, and those attempting to enter at an airport with a U.S. passport card only may be denied admission.

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Cash is a necessity in Cancun, given that many restaurants and gift shops don't accept credit cards. Like many other airports around the world, the Cancun airport is jam-packed with money exchange kiosks looking to convert your money into Mexican pesos.

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However, immigration rules have changed. Air passengers, including passengers in transit, no longer need an FMM tourist card for Mexico. Travelers still need to check the visa requirements.

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Travelers need the following documents:
  • 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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After years of multiple complaints from the tourism sector, due to the complicated immigration procedures to enter the country, the Cancun International Airport finally entered a pilot program yesterday. Now, the FMM Migration Form is no longer required at Cancun Airport for tourists coming from the US and Canada…

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Even if you have a green card or US citizenship, you must hold an FMM. Passport: You need a valid passport that will not expire for the next 6 months, counting from your day of arrival in Mexico. The passport must be in your name and issued by your home government.

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People who come to Mexico for leisure or business visits lasting 180 days or less, and who are passport holders of one of the many countries which don't require a visa to enter Mexico can complete a visitors permit, known as Forma Migratoria Multiple or FMM, at the port of entry.

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If you are visiting Mexico you need a Tourist Card which is an Entry Immigration Form that details information about your visit to Mexico. The Tourist Card is per person regardless of age and how long you will stay in Mexico.

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Visa requirements If you're visiting Mexico as a tourist, you do not need a visa. You'll get a stamp in your passport with the number of days you are allowed to stay. British Nationals entering Mexico by land must fill out an immigration form online.

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