smh. We own a condo in Mazatlan and have been wintering there since 2005. My friends go all the time to Mexico and back from San Diego ! Anyone here with a US visa that has traveled between the two countries recently? Please be advised that inspection will be required. Just walked across today. Although they said crossing was essential, they stamped the visa and we were on our way. While U.S. government employees were temporarilytold to shelter in place and there was a decrease in border traffic, a U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokesperson told USA TODAY there were no closures. I recommend that you get the FMM filled out before you leave Mexico just in case somebody asks for it on the return trip. Otherwise mafia WILL rob you. The Mexicali border crossing has two ports of entry. I am British and havent been there for five years. It is very difficult for online readers to find these very superfluous comments. I came into mexico in October in my car and my TIP expires on April 20. My sister-in-law who is a US/Mexican citizen tried to cross with her husband in Nuevo Laredo and was denied. Does anybody know something about it? Should I be fine with a passport and birth certificate entering / re-entering? 1. hi I just went down last weekend and got back across with my birth certificate and a old driver license and I am going again this weekend with the same I am going by Mexicali going threw san diego is a little harder but Mexicali I had no problem. E-mail me with your phone number where I can call you. I have been going back and forth Via Walking, with no Issues at all going in and out and I am a U.S Citizen (Eligible for dual nationality). I am a US citizen and my wife is Mexican citizen. I have 2 times this year, hellos Lindsay, I was born in Mazatlan too in 1982. From what I understand I can enter Mexico via land border (e.g. What the hell does one call what is transpiring at our southern border ? They did not mention a quarantine time, but we self quarantined. Sun 2022-12-25. Thank you, Yes, you can, but expect delays when returning as they will want to slow things down for you and ensure your identity. Hi, 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. Do not surrender the pink or title as it shows ownership to anyone who possesses it. I do that almost weekly and never had a problem. So if in Sentri lane you need to show Sentri or Global Entry card and if in ready lane you show passport, passport card or real ID. For the most up-to-date information on border wait times, visitors can check with Customs and Border Protection or call 619-690-8999. If traveling by plane yes, but If traveling by car no as you will need the American Passport to obtain the car permit. Family and I are moving from Houston, Texas to Guatemala City. Was there any restrictions for you crossing in San Diego and returning? Only Mexican birth certificate and certificate of birth abroad. Planning to stay there for ~4 days. The U.S. Consulate in Tijuana. Is the border really closed for non essential travel??? This article is incorrect. And do either of us need a tourist permit just to go to the dentist? Sachin from pune. As your husband is Mexican, you could enter together under the Family Unit rules; and if you wished to apply for legal residency in Mexico for you and your children, you could do that, too. Does anyone know if the entry restrictions are being enforced on Mexicos northern border? I am trying to go to Nuevo Progreso for dental care in early September with my dad who needs a few extractions for a couple bad teeth. Surely this is only possible if they have a work visa?? I live in Belize and came to the US to care for my sick son. But I need to cross the border to take plane to go back to Korea in LAX. When you walk across its a whole different story. I am driving through Mexico and am unsure how to get a tourist car and car import card. From what I am seeing, if you drive across there are not checking on essential. Is it safe to do? Perhaps come Sept 21, rule will change. They are stopping people right outside Nogales . As far as I know, there are absolutely no restrictions on tourism to Mexico at this time. Will we be let through? Book your flights out of Tijuana and you can cross at the CBX without issue. Yes, that is what I read as well. As I will have one roller luggage I will probably appear as though crossing for non-essential reasons which is currently restricted. Do you think it is safe to travel one son without up to date passport, but US license and birth certificate? Passports, visas, permits, and what ever it is that country you are traveling to requires to stay for x amount of days. If you are driving by road up to Nogales, the place you need to do this as at kilometer 21. Mexican authorities can impound a vehicle that enters the country without a valid U.S. registration, a vehicle driven by a Mexican national who is not resident in the United States, or vehicles found beyond the border zone without the temporary import permit. I drove from Arizona and had no problems. We plan on crossing the border in Nogales. Hi Rosie, I plan on traveling to Mexico thru San ysidro border just for a few hours. Does anyone know if thats possible? I guess I have a couple of questions: What route should I take? Hello KC, as you and your Family are all US Citizens, going into Mexico, by car, beside waiting in line, you should have no issues going into Mexico, and as for getting back from Mexico to the United States, going into the US is considered on you and your familys part, Essential travel, If only we could say the same or visa versa for those wanting to go into the States that do not meet the requirements or what is Considered Essential. Late Friday, the U.S. Consulate General in Tijuana said in a statement that it "is aware of reports of multiple vehicle fires, roadblocks, and heavy police activity in Tijuana, Mexicali, Rosarito, Ensenada, and Tecate.". No, they are legally married. The bridge spans the border from above the airport and takes less than 10 minutes to cross. Looking to go from San Diego to Tijuana just for a 2-3 days and not sure if its worth it if I also have to buy tests. Any thoughts or info greatly appreciated from very stressed out pregnant mom- lol. Apparently, The US, Mexico, and Canada reached this agreement about only letting essential traffic thru their borders only. I have a trip planned for Rocky Point in April, driving from Phoenix, and my friend is planning on expediting a passport to come along with me. The problem for her will be if the border is still closed to Mexican citizens when you return from your vacation. I am a US citizen. If they are open and he has a visa and proof of work and money in Mexico he will be allowed in. Hello, somebody said that the U.S. authorities in the border are going to check the entries also, when you go out to the country. Thank you Pamela. Either country illegally invading the other is considered an act of war. Just curious. 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? by giving them a visa number on line ? We own a campervan home with which we would like to cross the border and tourist for 3 months. The new rules require visitors (people who do not hold a US passport or Green Card) who wish to enter the United States by land from Mexico to present evidence showing that they are fully vaccinated with an approved Covid vaccine brand. Hi all, we are a swiss/english family currently traveling in the US with an RV. We are in San Carlos and many Americans are coming down. I wouldnt chance it if your closing can be postponed. They ask for your passport and why you are traveling. Hi does any one now if my fiance can travel through the boarder walking with his fiance visa ? I think you should be able to get a passport card through your local courthouse?? 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). I go to and from every month to see the orthodontist. I have dual citizenship with the US and Mexico. The DL and birth certificate are enough. This is redundant and pointless to have to do that. You will also need a temporary vehicle import permit to bring a U.S.-registered vehicle beyond the border zone. We are going Sunday. 5 days of driving for 45 mins clerical work. That said, I must correct some misinformation in your post. Nevertheless, thousands of Asylum seekers are being deported to Haiti without hearings. Im a UK citizen and I travelled to Mexico for 14 days in order to then enter the US the UK is still on the banned list. Does anyone know if they are granting new tourist visas and car permits at land boarders (specifically the Palomas,Chihuahua/ Columbus, NM). But my husband and I will also be traveling down in November, depending if your dates match up, we would love some travel buddies! They had a great trip and you will too. In a show of force to try to reinstate order, military troops and special forces arrived at the city Saturday to reinforce national guard troops and local police. Mexicali closed the restaurant and suspended its business operations soon after. 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. Driving into Mexico is not a problem but check with your vehicle insurance before you go. How is it different now getting into and out of mexico than it was before? Hi, I am a US citizen planning to drive down to Mexico due to medical reasons, what documents/requirements/answers will be necessary to provide to prove the essential trip? I dont see why tourists cant come here to USA, when all the people from America keeps traveling. He ended up just paying to fly instead. . 5 of us have SENTRI but 1 does not, will have to use the Ready Lane. Closed. If u cant vaccinate through no fault of ur own then you must protect yourself. How do you feel about that? My name is Lindsay! If you dont mind me asking, How long ago was this? It sure would be nice to see at least one news agency US or Canadian let the loads of Canadians that winter here in Mexico know if they are able to cross the US/MEX border on their way back to Canada. Just realized you date has passed. (RELATED: Viral Post Claims Border Agents Can Enter Anyones Home Within 100 Miles Of The Border Without A Warrant). I just left Mexico yesterday and all public areas require a mask. Would my mom (Mexican citizen with a tourist visa) be able to cross with him by land? I understand they are charging for it now, it used to be free. When can I renew? I live in San Felipe, Baja California and there are checkpoints where you need proof of your Mexican address. 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. I confirmed that this is the only way you can legally drive a rental into Mexico as I am planning to do so this year under my business account. I am evaluating the possibility of doing a road trip to keep my car, get the experience and bring more stuffs. I want to return to the UK via San Diego, crossing by land at the Mexicali/Calexico border entry. There is no Covid testing for land border crossing as well. I am traveling to Punta De Mita for my honeymoon this October. I believe there is still an essential travel test if you are coming by land. My grandmother is a US citizen (living in Mexico, but has a house in the US too). Im sure though that tourists to RP and other border towns are more essential than tourists from Mexico to USA and that may be the differentiator in why Mexico isnt blocking American tourists. I didnt see any roadblocks on south bound side other than the long established one near Matehuala (for north bound and south bound traffic). White House declares 'border is closed' as migrants stream into US from Mexico "But the fact of the matter is the border is closed," Karine Jean-Pierre said when asked about the dead migrants found in a semi-truck in San Antonio, Texas. Cannot help you with the the rout to Guatemala, however I have a missionary friend that travels from Coahuila, Mexico to Guatemala very often, I van put you in contact with him. Thought this borer closing was to meant to limit covid infections yet it is OK for Americans to cross back and forth yet they have among the highest covid infections. 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, The Mexicali border that goes to Calexico is open 365 days a year. I cant seem to get any sense out of UK or US Gov sites TIA Paul. Sinovac-CoronaVac, Hello Would he qualify to be allowed onto the island. Did they ask you for a police report for the lost D.L? Anyway, since flying is getting expensive and we always have layover in Houston, I would prefer driving to San Antonio. Both American, will we have any issues at the border? 19 at 2. Will he have any problems crossing?? Nothing unusual about the trip at all. My brother is a US citizen but was sent to Mexico when he was little. I am planning on driving with the goods at the San Ysidro port of entry. We are ready to go in our truck and 58 cargo trailer but heard its closed until 21st of December and they keep changing it. Her license expired and was not able to get an appointment until recently and her new I.D wont be here on time. A TIPs validity is usually tied to a Visitor Permit (FMM) or a Residente Temporal permit. I was not asked any questions by the Mexican Customs people about essential travel. is this okay? Speaking from personal experience. No temperature checks . I just wonder if possible to cross border(by car) to take the vaccine? i have a meeting in Tijuana next week. Your balls are now sterile. If you didnt know that, you need to get better informed before discussing the topic; if you did know it and simply chose to disregard it, youre plainly dishonest. Thank You. At least in the state of Tamaulipas. I agree this is ridiculous every 21st of the month they add another month. I need to go to Mexico for an emergency but its impossible to get an appointment for my passport. She IS essential to me!!! This is so that I have my vehicle for the next 2 months or so. And as everyone knows Canada has very low covid compared to the US. The drug Cartels declared war! Morning Weather Misty you will Need a US birth certificate to prove citizenship, along with ID. Join our newsletter and get a complimentary treat! Thanks all. That way I could by-pass this process and directly show the US Border personel that the purpose of the travel is work. We stopped in Mazatlan one night. It helped a friend of mine. The changes go into effect Sunday, April 5. Except the Haitians actually ARE rapists. Without a resident card or utility bill, would I be able to enter BJX with a note from my Mexican Doctor? Thanks! There are no restrictions on the Mesican side; I live in AZ with a TN Visa, and I would like to cross the border by land through El Paso, heading to Chihuahua to visit my family. And that message in process never changed. Hi everyone! Check the great reset (world economic forum) and UN agenda 2030 and you will understand why they created a global pandemic to serve a very sinister agenda. 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. Mexico plans to extend the closure of its shared border with the United States for another month to non-essential travel, Mexico Foreign Affairs Secretary Marcelo Ebrard said Thursday. I know my family is from Ensenada. 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