Can we cross with vais for the poeple here in Mexico. I am a 60 year old woman that needs to go from San Diego to Tijuana for dental work. I just booked an AirBNB for May to go to Ensenada (right before the travel restrictions were put in place, of course) and Im unable to get a flight into MX so Im going to be forced to walk across the border (from San Diego). Note all the many exceptions as to who can cross and why. He can show proof of work here in MX too. Laredo is bad. Im from Mxico and one of the most wonderful experience is that Mexico welcomes you with open arms. He has an elector with our Mexican address and we have a water bill.. Hi Maria, You will not be allowed to cross to or from Mexico with just your birth certificate. Mexico has not imposed any legal restrictions on passengers or vehicles entering Mexico by land from the United States. If Im reading this correctly, we have NO issues, correct? WebCanadian Border Ports of Entry Mexican Border Ports of Entry Calexico - East Hours of Operation: 6 am-10 pm Date: 3/1/2023 Passenger GENERAL READY SENTRI Current Wait: WebIncludes a view from Mexicali looking north to the United States, and two views looking south to Mexico from Calexico. They are both part of the Mexican state of Baja California and are separated only by the international border with the United States. Its revenge for US building the wall. It is very important information. Planning a Trip to San Felipe and would like to know what to expect. I didnt see any roadblocks on south bound side other than the long established one near Matehuala (for north bound and south bound traffic). Im pretty sure you can travel by air to Mexico without a problem, as long as you dont have any kind of symptoms youll be fine. However, I lost the baby here and needed to quarantine until I healed before going anywhere. Maine is really lovely this time of year. Pls let me know. On some occasion Mexican custom officers have demanded a bribe in order to cross into Mexico. Mexico needs tourism dollars. Does it matter that I obviously just arrived to Tijuana by plane? Mexico works too of course but so does any other Latin American country except for Brazil. Passport is fine. No, she has to have her permanent resident card in order to cross the border she still a tourist until you change her status through marriage. Please let me know! -and a proof of vaccine. LeAnn if you are legal resident along with your children you have no problem. US citizens cannot be turned away from entering the USA at the border. Since there is No Air Travel Restrictions, can my Mexican gf and her daughter fly from Mexico city to the US to visit? I have a friend (Mexican citizen) in Juarez that could pick me up in El Paso but of course at this time we dont know if she will be able to do so by the month of May. My daughter-in-law (Mexican citizen, U.S. green card) and her two-year old (U.S. Citizen) want to visit family in Mexico for a month while my son, her husband, is recovering from a serious illness. Will I be able to enter the US again via land border (Tijunana -> San Diego)? Any recent personal experiences to share? But I have also read that people are doing so with no problem. I need to travel to do due diligence process. Did they ask you for a police report for the lost D.L? Catherine, permanent residents (aka Green Card holders) are treated the same. Then you must bare the burden. Does anyone know if they are granting new tourist visas and car permits at land boarders (specifically the Palomas,Chihuahua/ Columbus, NM). Crossed into Nuevo Laredo Feb 1st with our truck packed for a long-term not vacation. No problems with customs or getting tourist card. The border crossing restrictions (due to Covid and people crossing) does not apply to us. Yet if I take a plane Houston lets say, I shouldnt have a problem? Best option: Go to mexico using a airlinecars are allowed to mexican citizen,,or dual citizenship..just go. Furthermore, due to its highly educated workforce and access to advanced technology and machinery, many businesses consider Baja California an excellent option. Yes if you are a US citizen or a visa citizen they cant deny you access. Any insights? Passengers over 18 years of age are allowed: 10 packs of cigarettes, 25 cigars or 200 grams of tobacco, three liters of liquor or beer, six liters of wine. Weve never been asked for paperwork of any kind for the cat. Hi, my wife and my two kids are currently studying in the US. The Calexico East Port of Entry, which connects Calexico, California, and Mexicali, Baja California, is the official border crossing between the two cities. Maybe mention the Dentist as you suggest? I have a fiance in Mexico. First off, the Haitian migrants are not illegals, they are asylum seekers, a status protected by international law. We live in Mexico and have no problem taking our cat back and forth across the border. Tell that to a police officer when you get a ticket for no seat belt. we are planning to drive from Phoenix to Guanajuato next week. Yes, I just went to Rosarito. We flew from Cancun to Tijuana, crossed the border via Cross Border Express into San Diego, and then flew home. 2023 Tour By Mexico. You still may only cross the border for essential needs, including medical and dental appointments and food or medication shopping. The official caravans dont go to Durango, which makes me nervous! Walking to Mexico, you will be pulled into a waiting room and will have to purchase a visa for $30 which is good for 6 months. We are making reservations for travel in Mexico and I wanted to try and establish some degree of confidence for entering Mexico by land before we purchase air fare. Hi Marina where have you heard this? They wont allow your birth certificate like before. We cross at Nogales and get our papers about 30 miles south. An official website of the United States government. Upon return to the Laredo border crossing, I presented my expired YS passport, TX DL and birth certificate. However, Id research first if your process can be performed here in Mexico. WebMEXICALI, B.C. Tammy can you lay me know how recent your post was.. we are headed there Thursday from San Diego. I dont want mandated vaccines. I have read that air, sea, rail travel from US to Mexico is open, but land crossings (which I believe CBX is) are restricted for essential travel only. I live here, have for several years. Tourist visa expires in March, We are both fully vaccinated and have our vaccination cards. Manufacturing is particularly popular in the states of Baja California and Sonora, in particular. People like you are why we are in this mess. I hear they are safer. Non-essential Canadians are not allowed to cross into the US by land, period. This guide Mexico offers extensive and affordable transport options. Also there are lower, much lower Covid cases in border cities in Mexico than their sister cities in USA. Yes we flew from Cabo to Phx wo issue. I plan on walking across then taking an Uber to get to the dentist and back to the border. He is a Brazilian/Mexican citizen with a US vida for many years. Hi Ruth , how did you get on with this plan was it success ? I was not asked any questions by the Mexican Customs people about essential travel. That is what I was told. Can I get a car permit in Mexico due to covid? No not at all . Make sure to get us car insurance before you cross the border and also see if you need to get a drivers license for the state you will be in you might need to also get us plates and registration for the car because most states have a time limit on how long you can operate a car from some other place. I go there once a month for the same purpose too. You will be on the Pacific side for a bit and then head back to the Sea of Cortez. I am Mexican, non USA resident, but I always kept my bank account in San Antonio and after more than one year of being in Mexico without going to the USA, I need to get back to the bank for signing forms, documents, and new wire transfer authorizations. We are Brazilians living in the US for 4 years. Can I take a flight to the u.s.a. if I have a visa? I have a Cali license. All of them? My sons (21 and 17) planning to drive to southern tip of Baja to pick up older brother who cycled there. I would like to know who exactly makes the decision to keep honest Mexican nationals with legal tourist visas from crossing the border, yet we allow 12400 illegal Haiti immigrants come and be transported all over the USA without even a Covid test , not to mention TB, Measels, AIDs and who knows what other diseases and parasites. Just make sure to have your U.S. passport to re-enter the U.S. and be safe. The US/Mexico border is still closed until at least September 20th and that may be extended depending on Covid infection rates. It is the second-largest city in Baja California, and it is located in the northern part of the state. United States, Follow I-8 East Take SR 111 South Follow to border, Follow I-8 West Take SR 111 South Follow to border. The parents need to begin training the child at home to wear a mask by making it a game or fun time. Time to put away the Qool-Aide and go find some real, fact-based news sources. In general, Baja California and Sonora stand out as the leaders in Mexicos manufacturing industry. Why would he/she need everything from the USA if theyre traveling to Mexico, are a Mexican citizen and have their car registered in Mexico? The Calexico-Mexicali International Port of Entry, which serves as the primary entry point for travelers and goods between the two countries, connects the two cities. Will in need a COVID test to enter US ? I get the visa every time now that I fully understand how it works, Rocky point is free zone you dont need permit to go, You need a passport to enter into Mexico I go there all the time, So can you go into Mexico now even with the COVID -19? She visits our children quite often. Will we be able to get into Mexico/Back into US (landing in SD then driving across) with only Drivers L. And BC?? I was advised by friends to fly to mexico, quarantine there then travel back to the US. How did that go? Did you get an answer? Go that way. Please be aware that this Newsletter give us a very inaccurate information about traveling to Mexico. Thanks! When you crops over yo Mexico they will ask you what is your business there. You can park the car in the US and walk over- Mexico never stops me or asks me anything. Anything to be concerned about regarding COVID and travel to Mexico? If you havent left for TJ, then you need to apply for a passport, wait for its arrival, THEN cross the border. Several large border cities have multiple crossings, often including one or more that bypass the United States, An official website of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. As long as the borders by land are closed he cant enter. Their visas are close to expiring and the one may lose his job since he is not back in Mexico. No temperature checks . Im very interested in this as well, Ive got a trip planned in May and its too late for me to get a refund, plus I cant get a flight into TIJ so Im going to be forced to try to walk across the border from San Diego; has anyone had any experience (personal or from somebody else) walking across the border since this restriction was implemented? Maybe even sprinkle a bit of dirt your stuff. Estoy en la misma situacin. So, Im hoping that my Mexican VISA for 6-months will be enough evidence that Im in the process of applying for & gaining my Temporary Residency VISA when I get to Mazatln because the 6-month Visa is technically not a Temporary Residency VISA until I apply for such in Mazatln. We just got back from Mexico by plane. Thanks for the input! i just came back on Saturday night (5days ago) I saw people handing birth certificates to CBP officers at the San Ysidro port of land entry by car. Thank you, Could a uk citizen, spend two weeks in Mexico then fly into Dallas? Mexico does not require air passengers flying to the country to be vaccinated; however, visitors flying from or through Mexico to the US will be required to show proof of vaccination. There are no restrictions for US citizens crossing into Mexico or back to the States (make sure you have your passport Or birth certificate) to get back in the U.S. You will be out of Mexicali shortly and the road becomes nice and straight. is that posible? you can end up in the wrong lane, you must pay attention though because a Sentri is totally by itself. Hi, so basically Im going to drive to mexico and I got mexican plates but they gave me until April 6 to go to mexico to leave the car over there, will I be able to cross the border from the US to mexico? I think under 18 citizens dont require a passport. Would my chances be better if I crossed on a bus or shuttle from the airport in El Paso? It may be called the INM/SAT Aduanas building. Does anyone know if he would be allowed to enter the states if we drove in from mexico? How about NO on flying to TJ and walking And give everyone else on the plane COVID? Calexico, CA 92231 Then drive Home to Canada. To enter Mexico by land you need a passport or passport card; you can find details about documentation required on this Mexperience article: The capital of Baja California is located in Mexicali, which is located across the border from Calexico, California, in the United States. Otherwise mafia WILL rob you. Tijuana, Mexico, is a city with numerous advantages. I cant seem to get any sense out of UK or US Gov sites TIA Paul. Avoid Laredo, Matamoros, Juarez, Del Rio! It makes absolutely no sense!! Is the border really closed for non essential travel??? But be carfule never try to reach the Tijuana airport without a us passport or any legal doc. We are buying a home in Puerto Vallarta with closing expected within a couple of weeks. I am so curious if you went and had issues. Incoming Americans bring $$$. Will he have any problems crossing?? Good afternoon everyone! Covid 19 is not an excuse, the reality all countries all groups were severely hit a true non discriminating air born virus. However, if you are also An item that costs $448 will include the following services: a) autobs ms baratos para el viaje; b) a courtesy shuttle bus; c) a courtesy shuttle bus; and d) a courtesy shuttle bus. Without a resident card or utility bill, would I be able to enter BJX with a note from my Mexican Doctor? Have you crossed over, or is this just a scare tactic? waiting on my passport so I can travel to molar city for dental work. My brother has a warrant for traffic tickets when he didnt show up to court. It costs like $25 so you can be legal until you imigrate with Permanant residency there. Get educated. I want to enter out of Columbus into Mexico to pick up my medicine and then come right back to USA. Please confirm . Will proof of living in Belize be enough to get me past the road blocks, or will that not fly since the Belize border is closed? Hi! I am a US citizen, my husband is European we will be going to AZ to see my mother. After being held for questioning and frisked more than once I overheard more than once the huddle of agents deciding my fate with shrugs and Im okay with letting her go are you okay with it Agent so and so? And then your fate is depending on Agents so and sos mood that day.. Theres very little Inter agency communication going on and unfortunately the men and women with the authority to say have a nice day or make sure you certainly dont seem to be the last to know. It's 25 miles from Yuma to the border. I do not drive, so I cross the border walking. You should be fine. Hi, I am a french art director working in Los Angeles with a O1 visa, I made the mistake to fly to France to see my family and am now stuck there, I was denied boarding on my connecting flight and had to return to my parents home. Not sure why theyd want to cross back and forth everyday. Any information from someone who has recently done the journey would be really appreciated! I dont think this is a good idea as its pretty clear that only permeant residents and citizens can cross by land into the USA. I am a future LLM student holding a F-1 visa (I am a Mexican citizen and resident), my studies will start on January 4, 2021. If I CHOSE to vaccinate myself, goody for me but NOBODY should be required. Mexicali and Tijuana have become increasingly attractive to businesses due to their favorable tax incentives, access to the U.S. market, and highly educated workforce. WebFacilities and Crossings. We had the exact same thing happen to us a few months ago. I have told many agents when crossing into from Mexico at the mexicali east Port that if I show them my passport then I shouldnt have to show it again at the border since they let me pass already right? You will take a slight right to stay on Highway 5 to San Felipe. My husband is temporary living in MX and I have not even tried with the fear of them not letting me through. These are described in the last sub-heading/paragraph of the article. Also stay there in a hotel. Yuma, San Luis, is smaller and will probably be quicker. The East crossing is currently open from 6 am until 10pm daily. Is this possible? You went to Mexico on 16 May 2021? Thanks..best info! Can I drive into Mexico (US Citizen, Tourist Visa), on a car that Im currently paying off? My sister wants to go on vacation with us to Rosarito. Can you just let us know if the immigration officer was questioning your boyfriend, and, when was the last time he entered US..meaning what was the gap between his visits. Sentri or Global Entry is the golden ticket to driving back. What will happen If I do not come back for my car? If you were curious about the tedious process, have loads of patience, loads of time on your hand, and wouldnt be offended if a high school educated agent at the gates assumes if youre from Turkey youre probably Muslim and if youre Muslim you most likely have tennis shoes wired to go boom, then vamos a la playa. Tijuana, the largest city in Baja California, serves as a critical hub for Mexicos economy as a major industrial and financial center. DIRECTIONS AND MAP TO CROSS BORDER FROM MEXICALI (WEST) TO CALEXICO, https://www.inm.gob.mx/fmme/publico/solicitud.html. I hope any person traveling into your country will be careful take the necessary precaution, and while visiting spending money, supporting your economy know your Governor made a financial decision to keep Mexico safe and open. What is required at the land borders for us to pass through? WebIt connects the cities of Calexico, California and Mexicali, Baja California. Havent been since COVID in March. Minors can cross or return with a birth certificate but adults need a valid passport. Both American, will we have any issues at the border? Otherwise dont cross the border for a vacation. I doubt youll be able to cross. If you go past the safe zone , roughly a hundred miles south of the border you need permits . Do you have plans for isolation of any member of your traveling group should there be infection? Does it count as essential? (Green card) you can fly into the U.S. as that is not restricted at this moment. If anyone is heading down from Dallas to Durango in mid-December, we would love to be part of a caravan. You will also need a temporary vehicle import permit to bring a U.S.-registered vehicle beyond the border zone. We also got a green light. Good luck. Any tips or recommendations would also be helpful and greatly appreciated! / Over last 8 months, I have flown twice to Mexico via CBX (pedestrian bridge direct to Tijuana airport) without issue. My Son and his girlfriend just drove from SanDiego to Valle de Guadalupe. my visa expires 06/31. It would decimate the economy. From a close friend who lives in Rosarito Beach, B.C. I have a 16 year old sister that lives in Mexico. If you say a trip most likely you will have to pay a fee. https://www.mexperience.com/lifestyle/living-in-mexico/relocation-consulting-request/. Did you have any updates? Respect and a good personality will go a long way. Not one big mass. My husband, 2 kids and I are possibly planning to drive to Hermosillo from Tucson in March, then fly from Hermosillo to Puerto Vallarta. Will I have any trouble crossing the border and returning in November? Planning a trip to Baja mid October. Hi However if you think theyre going to send you back to Mexico and not let you back into the states simply because you dont have your passport thats just simply not true. It is my understanding the essential travel restriction only applies to US entry, and US citizens returning to the United States is considered essential travel. Especially with the British variant spreading to every country. In Puerto Vallarta a rapid test costs about $35US. I drove my Mexican plated vehicle to Canada the end of September 2020 entering the USA at Loredo Texas then entering Canada and fulfilled my 14 day quarantine and now need to drive back to Mexico the first week of November 2020. You mentioned a special card global entry card? Thats life or death you probably need doctors papers, Im a U.S. citizen here in Mexico and my wife is a Mexican citizen but a non resident alien if the U.S. but with a 10 year visa to the U.S. We are officially married by a judge here in Mexico. Before or after you arrive in Mexico? Due to COVID they could not get back to Mexico and my sister in law had her baby in the US. Expired ID alone, no good. Traveling to Mexico over the border to drop of my cat to get operated to get out something they put on for her femur can grow back safely would it be okay then pick her up in 4 days leaving Monday August 16. The only inconvenience, was that I had to wait in line 2.5 hours. I know there are border restrictions for tourists like us but I wanted to know if we can still enter and get our visas and import the car like normal, as some posts suggest. After a year or 2 you are eligible to file for dual citizenship. My brother is a United States citizen, he recently got his dual citizenship in Mexico. Im with newly attained Residente Permanente status. My family and I are planning to travel to Jalisco in two weeks. If you become infected with Covid during your stay, what are your expectations of the Mexican medical system? Couldnt she travel to El Paso and then cross the border walking so her brother picks her up at Juarez? Address: Unnamed Rd. as for the import permit ,online is what I did, got it in less than 2 days. I have crossed and flown from Tijuana 3 times since June. Ive crossed back with just my California drivers license. Is it safe to do? It will give you the information that you are asking, https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/need-passport/us-mexicoborder.html, AIR TRAVEL REQUIRES NEGATIVE COVID TEST AS OF JAN 26, 2021, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html, Yes if you fly into US but you can fly into Tijuana and use CBX border crossing to avoid that. Either walking into Mexico or driving in, you will be allowed to enter. I have dual citizenship with the US and Mexico. why is it the american tourists can cross the border at Lukeville to go to Puerto Penasco for a weekend and then back to USA with no problems, yet foreign (Canadians, Mexicans etc.) In your opinion do you believe I will be able to cross? I own a Mexican vehicle and have had it here for about 11 months. My son born in the USA and he crossed with his birth certificate and driver licence and he doesnt have any problem and hes 25yrs old! My boyfriends cousin (mexican) has a house in Arizona and I understand hes able to go back and forth to Mexicali. Can I enter the US on 29th May? Anyone know if the caravans with Bienvenido Paisano will happen this year. Up to 7 days, there is no charge. If you are not an American or Canadian citizen, you will require a valid passport and a visa or visa waiver (ESTA) or green card (legal residency card) to enter the USA from Mexico. I go to and from every month to see the orthodontist. Assuming youre US citizens with good ID, preferably passports but not actually required, you have full right to cross back into the US. From there you will take Cesar Chavez Blvd. Any information would be welcomed. Can, I come there and back to the USA with my USA driver license? Janssen (made by Johnson & Johnson). This is redundant and pointless to have to do that. Traveling by air from Mex to the USA has been fine for my family visiting from Mexico. https://www.mexperience.com/documents-required-for-travel-and-entry-to-mexico/. Isnt there a restriction until July 21st right now? Yes. Car registration is only a year long so it shouldnt effect the one year vehicle in the states issue for you. Hi Joan, how recent have you traveled to Baja via Tijuana? Hello, I am an American Citizen with a valid passport I was planning on Traveling to TJ through Otay, to see my girlfriend for the say on 24th of April, Traveling there early in the morning and Coming home before it gets dark, Whats the best way I should go about this? I can say by far, Mexico has always treated me with dignity. You do NOT need a covid test. Do you need a negative COVID test to re-enter the US at the border in El Centro CA if you are a US citizen coming back in a car? However, this article states that there have been no restriction as of today.