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



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What documents are required to drive to Mexico?
  1. A U.S. Passport (or Green Card)
  2. A U.S. Driver's License (or International Driving Permit)
  3. Proof of car registration.
  4. A Temporary Vehicle Importation Permit (TVIP)
  5. A Mexico Tourist Card/Entry Permit (FMM)
  6. A Mexico tourist auto insurance policy.


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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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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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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.

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Mexican nationals are required to present a valid passport and visa or BCC when traveling to the United States by land. For travel by sea, Mexican nationals will need to present a valid passport and visa or a valid passport and BCC.

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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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International tourists that enter by land and stay less than seven days in México do not need to pay for processing. The government of Mexico requires current proof of citizenship, a photo ID, and a valid passport for entry into Mexico.

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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.

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There are no penalties. The customs officials might be furious but the only thing they can do is confirm you're citizen and let you back in. As for leaving the US, the US doesn't have exit checkpoints so you can leave on any passport.

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