Laurence, if your employee crosses the border for work purposes, then that would likely fall under essential travel you should probably check with the Island authorities on Holbox, in the case they may be demanding to see papers, to ask what documentation your employee may require to be allowed access to the island. Would love to hear more comments on Americans driving to Mexico and any hassles for non-essential travel along the way. I was pregnant and we decided not to risk driving to Canada because of the high risk back home. Much appreciatedd if you answer. Looking to drive to MOnterrey via Laredo/Nuevo Laredo via the autopista in January. Ok. And how he is going to enter Mexico without a passport? do not travel alone at night and be on the look out at all times. This bustling city is the capital of the Mexican state of Baja California and boasts a population of over one million people. So anyone can cross and get a tourist card. I am sure if you have your plane tickets they wont harass you . They border guards even gave my partner a rough time in going to his medical appointment in San Diego (and medical is supposed to be an exception), and ultimately denied his entry. Border Crossing Calexico East, Mexicali II - Bestmex Blog Hi Audrey Yes, hungarians wanting to work in 3rd world( supposedly) , but kicking out the refugees at their door step becuase they are poor LOL. Super safe Trump said its all fake news. You think anyone from any country gives a damn about feeling selfish and getting people infected with Covid. We can only put restrictions on non-citizens entering the country, since as a US citizen you always have the right to enter the United States. I wish the USA did the same for our Mexican neighbors. Not fun, so make sure you don't skip this step. As a result, Mexicali and Tijuana have become important economic centers in the region and are quickly becoming major players in the global economy. I would appreciate any comments from those of you that crossed at Nogales recently. Any update? Hello! I have hired a Mexican National, who has been living in the USA for the past 10 years, to be my fishing lodge manager on Holbox Island. I was advised by friends to fly to mexico, quarantine there then travel back to the US. 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). Im a Kiwi whos been on a campervan holiday in America for 4 months. I cannot find information regarding returning to Mxico from USA. It qualifies as essential travel but you need proof of such from the bank. I dont know if Mexico is still issuing tourist cards at land borders, but you can get one by flying into Mexico from the US. No Mike, you guys wont have any issues. It sounds as if this person has intentions of staying there for awhile, why change everything to USA now? Keep in mind a lot of the beaches are closed too along with the businesses around them. I have an Australian passport. Mxico. I am going down there in Jan. for medical travel but will be traveling with another us citizen (like me) and he does not have a passport so just wondering if San Ysidro is open on the border for US citizens who wish to go into mexico for medical procedures? Another option is to quarantine for 2 weeks in the UK, then enter the US. Last week I crossed at K 21 near Nogales and had no difficulty obtaining documents valid for 6 months travel in Mexico. They will stamp it for you. But once you cross the border, look for the Immigration Office immediately on the left. Be sure to take registration on vehicle. These are the three vaccines that are FDA-approved or authorized for emergency use within the United States: Comirnaty and Pfizer-BioNTech 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? We are planning to cross the Mariposa border July 18 headed to Michoacn where both my husband and I have a home in our name.. Does anyone know who to contact to get from Matamoros to Brownsville (right across border) walking across is not an option we have too many belongings for me to carry I see that Uber is not an option, and I havent found any car rental companies that go across the border either any help that you know of would be greatly appreciated! He has a current US passport and passport card. Thanks. Sachin from pune. My wife and I are afraid to go to Mexico and we are permanent residents there and have business in Mexico as we go to our dentist there and I show my art work in San Jose Los cabos! I would register your car in California if you have dual citizenship. I heard of this happening to someone else and it worked out for them. Yesterday you are flying you have to have a Covid test coming in to the US Everyone does US citizens are not exempt . then the capitol of California (thank God I remembered) and let me pass. Get educated. Upon return to the Laredo border crossing, I presented my expired YS passport, TX DL and birth certificate. The parents need to begin training the child at home to wear a mask by making it a game or fun time. We recently switched insurance so I dont know if that it is still true but it was true for many years, as I understand it. The land border restrictions did not affect flights, but policies are now being aligned to make it necessary for all visitors to the United States to be vaccinated to whether they arrive by air, land, ferry, or rail. Mexico has a wide range of industries, growing sectors, and competitive costs, making it an ideal location for expanding operations. Thank you for having us! Then how come I was LEGALLY able to go there AND come back with EVER applying for an American Passport?!? The agreement on restricting non-essential travels is tri-lateral between Mexico, USA and Canada. Thanks, please let me know im in the same boat in AZ. WebThe Calexico-Mexicali border crossings are running trouble-free You dont have to miss Mexico anymore. Mexicans have to get up at 2 am to make it to work on time. I dont have i-94 but ESTA . Creation Date. They are a major hub for international trade, and are home to several key industries, including manufacturing and tourism. North Korea is a better place than the West in 2021! Just make sure you have a mask. Be aware that tourist visas to Mexico max out at 180 days. They then flew down. Does anyone have experience or advice for us? your situation. Is there any way I could enter without a passport? Tijuanas economy is mainly based on manufacturing and assembly activities, known as maquiladoras. There is no Covid testing for land border crossing as well. I plan to cross into Mexico at the Nogales crossing with an FMM to stay 180 days and I own a home in Jalisco where I reside for the 180 days a year (snowbird) Do you think I will be able to cross without any problems??? Now Im hearing its going to be closed ? It is difficult to get accurate information regarding citizen, vaccinated and crossing by land at CBX but i just located information stating Entry via Land and Sea Ports S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) may enter via land ports of entry or via ferry regardless of vaccination status and are not required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test. Address: Unnamed Rd. Stay to the right on the road (following signs for Tijuana and San Luis RC for Mexico 2) to stay above where the Greetings. As far as I know, there are absolutely no restrictions on tourism to Mexico at this time. Our pediatrician agrees with you that babies shouldnt be required to wear a mask. WebThere are 50 places where people can legally cross the MexicoUnited States border. Im with newly attained Residente Permanente status. Easiest border crossing of my life even though it was borders closed to non-essential travel. Mexico wasnt enforcing that, back then. Oi Gessica, estou na mesma situao, com os mesmos planos. 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. The question is can I come to Mexico and apply for F1 visa to travel to the US? My step kids want to come here to the US for Christmas, does anyone know, can they cross over from Tijuana to San Ysidro to get to San Diego airport? Thanks. are not required to show proof of Covid vaccination when using the land border crossing into US. Trying to find a good dentist in Los Algodones. Ive crossed both on foot and in car. no tourists. If youre an American citizen and have a valid state ID or DRIVERS LICENSE can legally enter Mexico regardless of having an American passport. Planning to have her travel via Cancun and stay for 14 days and continue to Boston after. (Green card) you can fly into the U.S. as that is not restricted at this moment. I do that almost weekly and never had a problem. You are WRONG. The flights are 1/4 the price of flying from AZ. But there have been do many illegal immigrants in the US and that is what isnt right. It is very important information. This obviously can change as they rollout new procedures but I think the only requirement they can do is make you take a covid test like they do with air entry. when you come back to the US does your job require you to quarantine? So have your electric or water bill or something else official with your address on it or you may be turned back. My wife and I live in Mexico. Im just curious. Yes it is open. Because of jerks like you, most of the world has become a fascist dictatorship. Has anyone had issues crossing from the US to Mexico since the new restrictions were announced on March 18th? You can skip the immigration at the border but once you leave the Sonoran free zone you will be required to show a visa and would be in trouble without one. If it is red you will be directed to a secondary inspection. Waiting to hear a reply. Should I be fine with a passport and birth certificate entering / re-entering? The USA & Mexico signed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. U might have better luck flying to Phx and driving over They have insurance booths everywhere in the building where you get your permits and visa, it is quick and easy to get insurance. Can I cross the border? However, San Isisdro is charging each visitor 20 dollar per day pass but they are not giving receipts. If so, proceed to secondary. She is a Brazilian citizen who would fly to Mexico from Rio de Janeiro and I am a US citizen who would fly to Mexico from San Francisco. WebCrossing the U.S. - Mexico Border by Land If you are a U.S. citizen crossing into the United States from Mexico by land without a U.S. passport, you may be slowing down the lines and Is it OK for non Americans to walk across from San Diego into TJ? Once you get close to 2nd street you will see signs that say "Mexico Only, No USA Return." Nobody needs a passport to enter in Mexico. Please be aware that this Newsletter give us a very inaccurate information about traveling to Mexico. Any answer would be great thankyou. One son with US drivers license, expired passport card and birth certificate. As far as I know, you need yo reaide or work in the US in order to register for the vaccine. Will we have a hard time returning to the US? Thanks all. You should call your dentist to ensure that they are open, and to ask what precautions they are taking. I am in same situation with European husband. The US-Mexico land border is the worlds busiest land crossing. We always had that certificate in the car with us but were never asked to show it. You may want to reaearch this. But I need to cross the border to take plane to go back to Korea in LAX. Yet a Canadian (in my case) who has a home in Mexico, and is a permanent resident in Mexico is NOT permitted to transit the US. Hi Ruth, how is the trip going Im in the UK and desperate to visit my boyfriend in the USA, Im in the same as you and was wondering how this went for you. To enter Mexico, our passport is fine, but you do need a valid DL to drive the van. I recommend that you get the FMM filled out before you leave Mexico just in case somebody asks for it on the return trip. Im also a green card holder planning to return to California by January or February 2022. If you are driving into Mexico (or currently in Mexico) with a foreign-plated vehicle with a TIP (Temporary Import Permit) we understand that Banjercito the Agency that administers the permits is not giving any extensions to TIP expiry dates due to Covid.