What documents do you need to cross the US border by car?

Documents Needed to Enter the United States
  • Passport.
  • United States Passport Card.
  • Trusted Traveler Cards – NEXUS, SENTRI, or FAST.
  • Global Entry Card.
  • Enhanced Driver's License or Enhanced Identification Card – EDL / EIC.
  • Military ID or Merchant Marine Document. ...
  • Enhanced Tribal Card.




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  1. Valid U.S. Passport or Green Card.
  2. Mexico Driving Insurance.
  3. Valid U.S. Driver's License.
  4. ?? BONUS: Emergency Roadside Kit.
  5. Vehicle Registration Document.
  6. Temporary Vehicle Importation Permit.
  7. Mexico Tourist Card (FMM Tourist Visa)
  8. California Border Crossings.


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Documents You Will Need 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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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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If you try to enter Mexico without a valid travel document (i.e., your passport), authorities may deny you entry into the country. This is true for all forms of travel. Border authorities will likely check that you meet the entry requirements before allowing you to enter Mexico.

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When traveling in Mexico, the law requires that foreign visitors carry a passport and entry permit. You may be asked to present these documents at any point. If you do not present these documents, immigration authorities may lawfully detain you for up to 60 days while they review your immigration status.

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