All people traveling with me to donate have US passports and we will be spending less than a day in Mexico. Trying to find a good dentist in Los Algodones. I have crossed and flown from Tijuana 3 times since June. Did someone cross the border the other day and how is the situation at the border? I have plans to spend 15 days in Mexico then move to USA. They r restricting car traffic over border to US to all but essential and citizens Digital DIRECTIONS AND MAP TO CROSS BORDER FROM MEXICALI (WEST) TO CALEXICO, https://www.inm.gob.mx/fmme/publico/solicitud.html. Headimg to Cabo in a week, via Tijuana/CBX. You can go through either but commercial vehicles go through the East crossing so we go through the west. Yes, that is what I read as well. If Im reading this correctly, we have NO issues, correct? I didnt see any roadblocks on south bound side other than the long established one near Matehuala (for north bound and south bound traffic). Is it possible for me to drive my campervan, which I own, into Mexico to continue my holiday before my visa runs out (6 months)? I live in Belize and came to the US to care for my sick son. I am planning on driving with the goods at the San Ysidro port of entry. Oi Gessica, estou na mesma situao, com os mesmos planos. As far as I can tell and seems obvious, EVERYONE needs a Covid test REGARDLESS of method of entry into the U.S. Where or how you get it can be dependent on method of re-entry, but everyone needs one, or whats the point of the law protecting everyone? Both cities offer a wide range of activities and attractions, making them ideal destinations for travelers. The Marines are trying to exterminate the former Zetas cartel that have kidnapped over 70 people on that highway. She IS essential to me!!! Hey Marie- Is it safe ???? Just make sure you have a mask. Just be prepared to answer the question: Why you were in Mexico?. Once done, if your visit is longer than seven (7) days, you will need to pay. Hello, U r not a US citizen so can likely be refused entry I am a US citizen and my wife has a US green card and is a citizen of Mexico. If my fianc and I marry here in the USA by the judge can she then cross back to the US with no problems? Can I cross the border? We have a trip planned to Valle de Guadalupe in mid-July; flying into San Diego and driving to Guadalupe. He overstayed the 180 days he gets from FMM but he will be returning in May by land to the USA and I was wonder if he will have to pay a fine? But if you are walking driving boating all you need is a drivers license and a birth certificate. Is it possible for her brother (Mexican citizen) to cross the El Paso border from Mexico to the U.S. to pick her up and take her back to Mexico to be with her family? It costs like $25 so you can be legal until you imigrate with Permanant residency there. How is that a double standard? At least in the state of Tamaulipas. I am confused. Although they said crossing was essential, they stamped the visa and we were on our way. ? Its more like fly at your own risk. You were able to only show the birth certificate and driver license? Hello! We are planning on visiting Mexico for Christmas. The land-border restrictions do not affect air travel presently. Hi Marina where have you heard this? As far as I know, there are absolutely no restrictions on tourism to Mexico at this time. Crossed into Nuevo Laredo Feb 1st with our truck packed for a long-term not vacation. No problems with customs or getting tourist card. An official website of the United States government. I know, thank you for showing some sense! No temperature checks . I plan to cross the land board around December 28, 2020, using my Mexican plated car. Not consider essential. If you go further south and the immigration officials at the checkpoints find out that you have an unstamped FMM card, they will ask you to go back to the border and get it stamped. It has never been an issue for them and neither my other relatives who are also us citizens or legal USA residents! Can you tell me how to do this or direct me to a website please? Do not stop anywhere on the way to Banjercito/Migracion; Ask for an escort if you think youll need help finding it. I am an international Student on F-1 Visa from India.I have enterrd USA on November 11th on B-1 and B2 visa. Im Mexican, living in Mexico with a Tourist visa. I have a 16 year old sister that lives in Mexico. Hey Phil were you able to get an answer to your cbx question because I had the same one. Fully vaccinated? I fill it out only when I am flying out of Mexico or in. After youve crossed the border there are still checkpoints on the roads meant to stop those who dont live South of the checkpoint, so you will need a proof of address. Residency visa stickers need to be exchanged for a residency card *within 30 days* of your entry date to Mexico at the nearest INM office to where you will live. were currently living in Mexico City but planning to go back home to TX for the holidays, TIA! I am stuck in Cancun and cannot fly back home until I test negative but I cannot stay here 14 days! Not fun, so make sure you don't skip this step. I was born in Mazatlan Mexico in 1985 but do not have a Mexican issued passport. This should be highly considered. I am trying to get back to the US with my SSN, Expired Driving License, and expired Employment Authorization Card. I just crossed last week with only my birth certificate and social because I lost my drivers license in Mexico they didnt give me any problems at all. returned on 3/26. Hi Shannon. And that message in process never changed. About to head back. They also wanted to see the original copy of your title. Land you should be fine as long you have permissions. Im a Kiwi whos been on a campervan holiday in America for 4 months. Vaccine or not. No problems no questions. What about the car do I need a special permit? Best wishes! Tourist visa expires in March, I arrived in Mexico City on 26 May. Mexicos economy is growing at an impressive rate in addition to major industries. Lets be real. The U.S Canada border is closed both ways for the same reason, the virus. And once in the UK, after a 10 day stay, will I have any issues to return to San Diego, and on to Mexico? But at this time this is the info I found. Illinois has some the strictest restrictions for Covid-19 of all the states. Up to three dogs or cats, may be brought to Mexico as well as their accessories, provided that the corresponding zoo sanitary import certificate issued by (SAGARPA) is presented to the customs officials. We always had that certificate in the car with us but were never asked to show it. Where did you meet her, and more importantly did you approach her or did she approach you first? Last time I renewed I went to McAllen by bus. If shes a US citizen. I live in canada but a dual citizen,can i walk across the border to mexico for dental work,so any problem coming back into the USA the same day? Calif is on lock down Days. Now, for the mexican side, for the 4th of July weekend Sonora wanted to act tough and deny entry to non essential travelers (Nogales area). I am a retired US citizen with no residency status in Mexico. 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? Thanks..best info! I am considering crossing in Laredo, Texas. You should have no trouble flying into the US as long as all your papers are in order and you have a negative Covid test within 48 hours of your flight. I have dual citizenship. We also got a green light. From there you will take Cesar Chavez Blvd. Just my opinion! Hi all, we are a swiss/english family currently traveling in the US with an RV. Are the restrictions listed just for entry into the US or does this work in both directions? 5 days of driving for 45 mins clerical work. Can I drive across with a birth certificate. Meaning, no tourists on ground crossings in either direction. Just maybe a birth certificate or some sort of identification. And as everyone knows Canada has very low covid compared to the US. however in my case i will be coming back to mexico within 3weeks and my car TIP will be valid for another 3 months but my FMM (tourist card) date will be changed while exiting country which doesnt match with my car TIP . I agree Eva. Tourists are crossing into Baja at Mexicali as we speak. Mexicos president, at a press conference today (Dec 3), stated that commerce, tourism and borders would NOT be closed. Im with newly attained Residente Permanente status. No questions asked. We are looking online at Banjercito and it looks like we can buy a permit there. Maybe even sprinkle a bit of dirt your stuff. I am hoping to get a 6 month tourist visa as well, but at least from your comment I guess I can be sure at least they will let me come back into Mexico. No one here even CONSIDERS driving back to the US. They are driving to pick up my 3rd son, having biked the Baja trail is needing pick up by brothers. to travel locally in Mexico unless you have Mexican id or you will be arrested this is the new law now in Mexico, Hi Kevin, I was tested for covid and everything in mexico. Oi Gessica, deu certo para voce? Do not even think of crossing the border without the insurance and also make sure youve got all the necessary paperwork for you car (Registration etc.) Now a real ID is required if you are crossing with a birth certificate.. Hell If you are a Mexiican, go to U.S. border and turn yourself in and get a free ride to anywhere in the U.S. I have emailed SBX about this but no response yet. Thanks. Ive been taking my son to Miguel Aleman for dental work as well. We plan to drive from Dallas to Durango for the holidays to visit my husbands family. Im vaccinated and I say to each his own. Brenda, Did you ever receive a return message about Mexicali pharmacies being open? Tijuana is well-known for its food, beer, culture, surgery, and even housing, which tourists come to enjoy. I agree Evait just isnt rightbut what the U.S. is doing to Mexico, Canada does to the U.S.what goes around comes around.I have a home in Canada and cant go there. Citizens actually have more need, more justification than in normal times, to be allowed to go home. Hi Yesi, if you find any information about this would you mind tellibg me too, my niece is the same story and were not sure how to do this? However, your car must have valid and current US or Canadian license plates, and the plates/stickers must be kept current during the vehicles stay on the Mexican Baja peninsula. Couldnt she travel to El Paso and then cross the border walking so her brother picks her up at Juarez? Tammy can you lay me know how recent your post was.. we are headed there Thursday from San Diego. You are beginning to uncover the Covid Scamdemic. Make sure you have sufficient time as they take an hour or two to verify your ticket and get permission from superiors. I know that smaller border crossings, sure, such as Nogales can in ways be more relaxed than others. If they find items you should have declared, be polite. Can A Mexican citizen with a valid passport, and a round trip ticket fly to Tijuana , and enter into the U.S. using the CBX crossing in the Tijuana terminal ?. I would agree with toll roads. My brother is a United States citizen, he recently got his dual citizenship in Mexico. All they ask for at the border for crossing is his school identification card (he has no DL or passport) and just in case, weve been carrying his vaccination card along with us. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Is this allowed now (non-essential travel) and when coming back (via a walking across crossing) do I need a negative COVID test? Planning a Trip to San Felipe and would like to know what to expect. They ask for your passport and why you are traveling. When you go into Mexico you always drive the toll roads. WebEstimated wait time report in the line to cross the USA border at the port of entry of Calexico, California - Mexicali, Baja California. And they are putting these restrictions because they basically made a deal with the US saying Mexico had to stop the southerns from crossing (because the US is getting full of immigrants, lets be honest) so that the US can gift Mexico some vaccines, but that was the requierement, dont worry too much . In the summer, when temperatures rise to record highs in the desert, it is common for its residents to joke about its extreme heat. did she go to school? Theres nothing like Mexicalis mouthwatering tacos, beer and the It connects California State Route 111 with Mexican Federal If the occupants of the car do not have I.D. The remaining 1,051,169 encounters, or 63%, involved people from countries other than Mexico by far the highest total for non-Mexican nationals in CBP records dating back to 2000. Or will they turn us back at the border? CbX doesnt require covid test to cross into US from Tijuana airport. Any more info on this Jennifer? Thanks for the info Alex. Mexico works too of course but so does any other Latin American country except for Brazil. . The I-94 is only if youre traveling 25 miles from the border and/or staying in the U.S. for more than 6 months. do you have a U.S. permanent Residence card? The home I renting is open- any idea if Ill have trouble driving from LA with a US passport? Thank you in advance!!! I have not had any issues. In other words how did you first learn about Mexico or about Mexican culture growing up? I am hoping they lift the travel restrictions coming next week of March 21st. On returning to canada 15 mins later they were informed they were required to do 14 days quarentine!!!. 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. Phone Number: (760) 357-1208. I am American so I am assuming that a visa is still not required for us to cross the land border inti TJ. Thanks! The same situation happen to a buddy of mind a couple weeks ago. Its in black and white on the CBP.gov page. Assuming I am able to make it into Mexico, I am also planning to return to the US via the CBX. We are family of 5 planning to drive to San Felipe (Baja) July 18. No, just use your mask and take care of not getting infected. Is that true? I was more worried about getting into Mexico. Last winter I stored my van at a place called Portico Storage in Calixico.Not cheap-$80 for a month.But I had a keypad code and could get the van back anytime.If you want to avoid traffic in Mexicali cross the border about 6am-The locals dont get up early.Going north back into the USA I find the newer east crossing hard to find but its the Or only way to enter is the air plane? Will they let us in for 3 months with a Brazilian passport but an American DL that is about to expire in a month? It may have changed but my nephew is a US citizen living in Mexico and went to a vaccine location and was denied. As you have noticed It makes absolutely no sense!. Or when she goes through customs in orlando they will give her permission. Except the Haitians actually ARE rapists. We live in AZ and have tickets to fly from Mexicali to Mexico City on Dec. 19th to visit her family. They can ask for your documentation anytime they feel its necessary if you refuse you can be detained and send back wherever you came from and even if you show your documents during questioning you may get them back or they could keep them, but what about your freedom rights as a person? I have tried calling several times, but no one answers. We live in the SanDiego Area & would like to fly out of Tijuana, using the land bridge into the terminal. This is a disgrace. But if they dont you might be able to enter the US by land. He has his birth certificate and social security card. You can fly into Mexico without restrictions. Absolutely, enjoy your trip. North Korea is a better place than the West in 2021! It makes absolutely no sense!! She has a green card and I have read that the US boarder will not refuse green card holders from entering. I am a retired US citizen who loves to travel in Mexico. Give the Mexican President, credit and the ppl. Please be aware that this Newsletter give us a very inaccurate information about traveling to Mexico. Also, any issues getting back into the US? If you dont want to get vaccinated, do what it takes NOT to get infected and isolate yourself. Hello, is there any restriction on flying from Mexico back to the US with a US visa? The vaccine is safe, ineffective, and not a vaccine. My brother is a US citizen but was sent to Mexico when he was little. She refuses to get on a plane and Im running out of options. Everyone who is not a Mexican Citizen needs to get, fill out and possibly pay for a "tourist card." Speaking from personal experience. We have a lease with both our names on it. Hi Joan, how recent have you traveled to Baja via Tijuana? Enjoy your trip visiting Mexico. Is the border in San Diego open to tourist traveling by car throughout Baja. You have to fly through Mexican airport (MEX), Does anyone know if I can travel to Mexico with just my Birth certificate(U.S. Citizen) and government issued (California) Driver License? I know several people who have just driven into Mexico. We are bringing our US plated car and are just seeing now about documents etc. Live your life. Just ask you where you are going which they always do. She visits our children quite often. In fact, he encouraged people to continue their business as usual, even though the pandemic was ravaging through the border community. Im planning a similar thing and I hope it works for you and me and all of us,could you let me know how it goes? Hi Mague, No need to worry about having to get a (TIP). I think they denied a few out of 1000s that went thru. Stay off the free roads. My partner and I are enquiring about driving through Mexico southbound. Travelers should avoid using remote areas, and major highways should be avoided due to a high rate of violent crime and gang activity. You should be fine. Would love to hear more about your experience. All talk is about flying home. If you want to travel by plane this would be a requirement as some states outside of the united states require this to be able to move about. Thanks all. I am an American citizen from Ohio and I have been living in Mexico for the last 19 months except for last June when I returned to Ohio and sold my condo. We are going to our daughters wedding in February 2022. My husband is Mexican and I am American. My question is: does Mexico issue TIPs right now and also, what about tourist cards? Hi Art. I dont agree with Eli. If you read the article, you will see that there are no restrictions on Americans heading into Mexico, and there are no restrictions on Americans returning home from Mexico. This is time sensitive ! There seems to be contradictory information on this site about US citizens driving into Mexico. As I will have one roller luggage I will probably appear as though crossing for non-essential reasons. I dont have i-94 but ESTA . Hi, i am a mexican citizen with a tourist visa, i know i can go to US just by air but is there a change i can be send back to mexico in the airport because is not an essential travel? That 1st, most forward office is If you want to cross from the US to Mexico its no problem I am American living in TJ and Ive had no problems at all crossing back and forth. Im from Mxico and one of the most wonderful experience is that Mexico welcomes you with open arms. Any information is greatly appreciated. Going back to the US, they will not ask for any covid test. I was there to cancel and get my deposit back. Will it be an issue for me to cross? 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. The Junction to Highway 1 is just a desolate left turn you need to make. No Mike, you guys wont have any issues. We are going in a month. Ahora, ahora, ahora, ahora, ahora, ahora, ahora, ahora, ahora, ahora, ahora Considerado tomar el autobs en Mexicali para ahorrar y disfrutar de la experiencia, as well as to focus on the good things about the city as a whole. I went to Cancun Mexico and it was full of Americans. If you have a Mexico residente visa, there are no restrictions. I cross once a week through San Ysidro and Tecate with no issue. Do you have two taken of COVID-19 shots to cross the border? Stay safe! Dec 10th 2020. Hello I have a question my mother-in-law will be coming from Mexico and has her vaccinations from COVID bit the bus ticket person said Hera werent valid for her to come cross the border so I would like to know which are the approved vaccinations for a person to cross the border? I understand they are charging for it now, it used to be free. From what I understand working in the US is considered essential. Still no real answer from them to my question. I had no problem crossing in both directions and did not need a Covid test upon return to US soil. Has your fianc been living in MX or were you planning on a two week stop-over in order to then travel to the US? Super safe Trump said its all fake news. How can we get her across? I have seen it happen. Sonora also has a highly skilled workforce and access to raw materials, making it an ideal location for businesses to locate. No lies, no problems. No issues going into Mexico and no issues coming back. I believe you would have problems if you do not have a green card. I run a dental clinic in TJ. As U.S. Citizens, we cross the border all of the time. So have your electric or water bill or something else official with your address on it or you may be turned back. Los Algodones Dental- Anyone Experienced Smile Makers Group? It is easy to get a business account. Hi, there are no restrictions on entering Mexico, only entering/returning to the USA, but see article above and some comments too about possible road blocks near the US-Mexico land border. HI Marie I have the same situation for my boyfriend who has a 3-yr 01 visa and has been stuck in France for 7 months. I just spoke with US customs and they said a US drivers license and a birth certificate you can get back into US>. 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. Hello, Does anyone know about land crossings in Texas around Laredo. Your MEXICAN insurance, not your US. I was afraid at first too. If they see things that warrant more inspection, they will dig deeper. not yet. Mexico will let you in. Tijuana is the largest city in Baja California and is home to many of the regions major employers. I would be very careful about planning to stay in the US and going to Mexico. I need to go to Mexico for an emergency but its impossible to get an appointment for my passport. is that issue? Stay in the right lane. As a matter of fact, it is an excellent time to be a tourist here. Minors can cross or return with a birth certificate but adults need a valid passport. This is only partially true! Canadians cannot drive to the US, however vaccinated Americans can drive to Canada. I am a US citizen, my husband is European we will be going to AZ to see my mother. Thank you! Thank you for your help! 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? They generally will have a station just across the border. There were some rumours that they allow returning Canadians but there is no such exception in the rule. Am I able to enter the US on the 14th day? Usual time is 2 hours. The U.S. really is doing this mostly because of COVID-19 and Mexico is allowing their border to be open because closing it would just cause major economic problems. I dint think so since you are not a permanent resident nor us citizen. Lawyers fees, travel expenses, timeetc, etc, etc, They say to make sure you are in the correct lanes before you get to the actual booths. Their fear is an admission that the vaccine is unsafe and ineffective, and yet they want their betters to be forced to take it. Mexicali is a city in Baja California, Mexico, and it was founded in 1889. (All US citizens). Hello, my boyfriend and I are driving to Puerto Peasco from Tucson in a few days. I am concerned that we will be turned away. There werent even any temperature checks or questions going in either direction. You can do so from Tijuana en route to Mexicali en route to Tijuana. The Mexican Consulate in Denver authorized my Menaje de Casa as well. You will have zero problem returning and no one will ask to see your documents. I go there once a month for the same purpose too. He ended up just paying to fly instead. We have been flying to San Antonio several times now and this is (of course) no problem at all. You just need to show your US i.d., either passport or other US ID. What will happen If I do not come back for my car? Just recently MX has agreed to close its borders to non-essentail traffic on the southern border (with Belize and Guatemala) in a bid to help America keep out a surge in such illegal immigrants (and also so MX would receive 2.5m doses of vaccine).