Is the border really closed for non essential travel??? But, I recently read that US might start accepting California driver license with the *Real ID endorsement* to prove your legal right to be living IN USA. Need to go again. USA. What measures will take place at airports if I fly to Mexico.ie: temperature-taking, personal history, etc.? Has a person with sanitizer and thermometer at the door before entry. Thanks you .. please help ! I have 2 times this year, hellos Lindsay, I was born in Mazatlan too in 1982. There are numerous advantages to each city and hub, ranging from its proximity to the United States to its ability to provide specialized and plentiful suppliers to every industry under the sun. I go to and from every month to see the orthodontist. because they couldnt drive up for the day is remarkable and so its a clear motivation. 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 plan to cross the land board around December 28, 2020, using my Mexican plated car. I would like to know if Mexico is actually enforcing the travel restrictions. 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. Under the heading Traveling to Mexico from the United States we have noted that Mexico has not imposed any legal restrictions on entry to Mexico. No problema amigo. 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? Hi I have a Flight on the 3rd of May & I am bringing my grandma back . Visitors from Mexico to the US traveling on rail and sea ferries will also need to demonstrate proof of vaccination to enter the US. I arrived here in Mexicali Mexico in 2007 from the UK to work, I have my permanent residence card, and current UK passport. For Mexicans applying to an US visa, physical appointments have been postponed and interviews are now being conducted online. I am a USA citizen but my parents only legal residents and they go back and forth between their 2 houses between California and Mexicali! Was she born in the United States. We a trying to extend our visa here in the states but would like to continue our travels through Mexico come january or February 2021. 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. Enjoy your magnetized body dumb ass. From a close friend who lives in Rosarito Beach, B.C. I use a passport card now just so I dont have to listen to the verbal scolding. Mexico offers visitor permits for visits and short business trips lasting 180 days or less to passport holders on Stay updated with news and opportunities - Subscribe free to our Mexico Newsletter. I was wondering if you had received an answer to your question. The Border Patrol reported 608,037 encounters with Mexican nationals last year, accounting for 37% of the total. Ensenada??? The article makes it sound like our only issue will be the possible road-blocks after entering Mexico. Did someone cross the border the other day and how is the situation at the border? I wouldnt chance it if your closing can be postponed. Is the border open with people traveling with a visa?!? I was tested for covid and everything in mexico. Ill talk to some friends in the area and in Tucson and see whats going on, and some local people in border patrol/law enforcement agencies. Are we allowed to cross the border into the US? I havent been able to return to Canada yet as a family member has been recovering from a recent surgery. The foolishness of anyone who believes that controlling border entry for the purposes of protecting a vulnerable population is astonishing. Will we have a hard time returning to the US? When you walk across its a whole different story. I agree this is ridiculous every 21st of the month they add another month. As soon as I mentioned my house they waved me through. 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. I am planning on crossing the border to Mexico at the Nogales crossing on or about the 6th of November. Traveling by air from Mex to the USA has been fine for my family visiting from Mexico. Easiest border crossing of my life even though it was borders closed to non-essential travel. Mexico wasnt enforcing that, back then. Hi. Good afternoon everyone! I am planning on walking across to Tijuana from San Diego on August 13th to August 16th. All three have Mexican passports. I was not asked any questions by the Mexican Customs people about essential travel. Im going on Thursday but gonna cross walking? Only about 1/4 mile from the immigration building Avenida Pedro Moreno. Would my chances be better if I crossed on a bus or shuttle from the airport in El Paso? We just tried to buy the vehicle permission online but it wont let us. Same purpose finish some paperwork and utilities and had no problem coming back. Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) My brother is a US citizen but was sent to Mexico when he was little. Duty free info No Covid related questions as of August 2020. No longer safe or friendly in Los Algodones. Due to COVID they could not get back to Mexico and my sister in law had her baby in the US. Is it allowed now? Im preparing to leave Tucson and cross ing at nogales in a few days. Headimg to Cabo in a week, via Tijuana/CBX. Just my opinion! My husband is Mexican and I am American. In the summer, when temperatures rise to record highs in the desert, it is common for its residents to joke about its extreme heat. New York for example is a dictatorship worse than North Korea, Thanksfully, in the USA you still have states like Florida or South Dakota to make up for communist totalitarian states run by corrupt democrats. But once you cross the border, look for the Immigration Office immediately on the left. Driving from Canada to Mexico across the US. Just make sure to have your U.S. passport to re-enter the U.S. and be safe. The port of entry serves as a symbol of their shared history, and the two cities have a strong bond that goes back generations. I own a Mexican vehicle and have had it here for about 11 months. That being said, I am an American citizen and white so I know my experience may be different from others. Maybe they are up and running again? Any information from someone who has recently done the journey would be really appreciated! I understand that Mexico will let me return but will I be required to have official documentation of my prior exit now? Give the Mexican President, credit and the ppl. Would my chances be better if I crossed on a bus or shuttle from the airport in El Paso? What about the car do I need a special permit? Also, have crossed border by foot and car. When you have a short trip, its worth a visit. The USA & Mexico signed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. Can I cross over, buy the medicine and return with no problem now like I used to Pre-COVID? The city of Mexicali is located in the Mexican state of Baja California, which is not a part of the United States. Especially in regards to entering Mexico during the Covid pandemic. I am planning on driving with the goods at the San Ysidro port of entry. This is so that I have my vehicle for the next 2 months or so. I live in Tijuana but Im a US citizen and I cross the border 1 to 2 x a day. As if Oct 25, 2020 it is not up. Wear a mask in the building. Take a left there and then take your first right on Avenida Zuazua. 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. In Puerto Vallarta a rapid test costs about $35US. I dont have either (just an expired US passport). Any items in excess must be declared and have duties paid. What city. If you get any replies/ideas pls let me know. your situation. I have a local doctors appt in 5 June hoping the travel ban would be over. Good news relatively cheap. Hi Paul, I am in same situation. The U.S Canada border is closed both ways for the same reason, the virus. A Few times i got some grief for it but they still had to let me in. Think of them as items you can reasonably use on your trip here. Im a US citizen living in Mexico at the moment, I have a car with Mexican plates, will I be allowed to enter driving my car? 2023 Tour By Mexico. Hi dears Will I have any trouble crossing the border and returning in November? We are planning on going June 27th. My question is: does Mexico issue TIPs right now and also, what about tourist cards? In July my family and I drove to Puerto Vallarta. I go there once a month for the same purpose too. Hello Matt, Im from Minnesota and I just got to Tijuana Thursday afternoon via land crossing. I am planning a trip and would like to drive to Mexico. Can I enter the US on 29th May? WebIt connects the cities of Calexico, California and Mexicali, Baja California. If you become infected with Covid during your stay, what are your expectations of the Mexican medical system? Mexican Border Crossings immigration records from Mexico to the United States often include detailed family information. Will he get blocked from crossing the border coming to the U.S. from Mexico? It costs like $25 so you can be legal until you imigrate with Permanant residency there. The COVID test was required for us because we flew back to the Sates but it wasnt required from my cousin and his family because they crossed by land. Many, many thanks , hey guys, were a UK couple who want to visit our daughter who lives in San Diego CA, Shes married but on a green card at the mo We cant fly into USA as UK visitors are not allowed if they have been in the UK during the 14 previous days before entry Would it be possible to have say a two week holiday in Cancun then fly into LAX ?? Its necessary for air travel, and I think it would be a good idea to have extra documentation with you. I do volunteer work in Tijuana, and recentely we have found it much better to coordinate with someone local to let Mexican customs know ahead of time what were bringing over, get a total cost and be ready with the paperwork and payment on arrival. Do you have plans for isolation of any member of your traveling group should there be infection? I am sorry I cannot speak for other border crossing areas. We are trying to arrange travel for my partner, a UK citizen, into the States for the birth of our baby. Apparently there is a pandemic in Mexico, due to the COVID stuff So although you will probably wont be stopped crossing in either direction, Mexican citizens are begging Americans to stay at home until its over. Im an artist that lives in California, California residentwants to go rent a home in baja for a year. Stay in U.S. with American girlfriend and visit your girlfriend in TJ when the border opens for U.S. citizen crossings. According to the article no nonessential travel until 9/21/2020. 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. Everything is closed in San Felipe; no bars, no sit-in dining, no quad rentals; everything except the beaches out of town. Thanks! the oral surgeon there does an excellent job at 1/5th the cost compared to Houston. I just checked the Andrade Border crossing because my dentist is in Algodones and the reported hours of operation are now 6 am to 10 pm. Today, my friend that came from Spain was not allowed on a flight from mexico city to Texas. I have a fiance in Mexico. Did you drive from Canada? Will I be able to enter the US on the 15th day? Mexicali has an important industrial economy, and has been an important border crossing for both countries for centuries. You can check here: https://bwt.cbp.gov/details/08260801/POV. We strongly recommend that you check current rules, restrictions and requirements with the airline you intend to travel with before you fly. If youre a dual citizen you can go to either country without asking they cannot stop you. Im planning travel to Mexico mid-February. No, I didnt get the answer, but I did go to visit the family in Mexico and came back with no issues. Just dont do it legally. This is the first I have ever seen anything like this crossing. As of January 2022, all visitors wishing to enter the United States, regardless of whether they are traveling for essential reasons or not, will need to demonstrate proof of being fully vaccinated at the border. One son with US drivers license, expired passport card and birth certificate. Greetings. They are called Forma Migratoria Mltiple (FMM) and are small blue and white colored forms. They said no restrictions going into Mexico. Lets be real. Does anybody know if crossing the border from Mexico to the USA for banking purposes is considered essential activity? JOE OBIDEN SAYS COME ONE, COME ALL! From there, you just stay on Highway 1 for quite a while. I am a retired US citizen who loves to travel in Mexico. But be carfule never try to reach the Tijuana airport without a us passport or any legal doc. (As you mentioned the consulate issued you with a Menaje de Casa, I take it that you have a *residency* sticker and not a 6-month *visitor* visa sticker.). Sonora also has a highly skilled workforce and access to raw materials, making it an ideal location for businesses to locate. Wondering if driving to southern tip of Baja and back to San Diego to pick up brother with truck with US plates (4-5 days travel) do we need to get insurance and/or visa? I think they denied a few out of 1000s that went thru. For years he has ordered product from the US and then used a shipper to import goods. They are stopping people right outside Nogales . Going back to the US, they will not ask for any covid test. But if you are walking driving boating all you need is a drivers license and a birth certificate. Therefore it is up to Mexico to restrict who can enter their country and they have chosen not to. Apply at local consulate for permanent residency, then you might be able to travel through USA no guarantee. Non-essential Canadians are not allowed to cross into the US by land, period. All people traveling with me to donate have US passports and we will be spending less than a day in Mexico. Is that true? I just wonder if possible to cross border(by car) to take the vaccine? If anyone is heading down from Dallas to Durango in mid-December, we would love to be part of a caravan. Just ask you where you are going which they always do. I am a Canadian resident fully vaccinated with Pfizer, living in BC Canada right now . This isnt North Korea. WebIf you need to cross outside of those hours, you will have to go to Mexicali. Take all the Toll Roads. WebNow $54 (Was $66) on Tripadvisor: One Mexicali, Mexicali. Would I be able to cross over and would I be able to get back okay? I think he wont have any trouble at all. 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? Im wondering the same on the tourist visas since there isnt an online way to get it. 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. Very bad, cartels at hot in that zone right now. WebThree times in the last year the Mexican border agents have made people coming to visit me get a visa to cross into Mexico. Thank you, do you know if I need a covid test? hi, the problem is not entry into Mexico, it is re entry into the US with an expired passport. Apparently staffing shortage. Thanks. Was there any restrictions for you crossing in San Diego and returning? I had no problems doing so. Last week, I drove from Queretaro to Nuevo Laredo on the toll roads. We are both fully vaccinated and have our vaccination cards. Never had an issue with this nor question brought up against it. Does anyone know if he would be allowed to enter the states if we drove in from mexico? US didnt reciprocate. may i know what you did? I am going next week to San Diego and wanted to cross on April 16th but I was reading that the San Ysidro border is closed to tourism going to Ensenada. Several large border cities have multiple crossings, often including one or more that bypass the I would be interested to know too. This is time sensitive ! If you fail to drive your vehicle out of Mexico before the TIP expires, the vehicle will become illegal in Mexico (this affects the validity of you your auto insurance) and you will lose your deposit. Im from Mxico and one of the most wonderful experience is that Mexico welcomes you with open arms. As a US citizen all you need is your passport to be able to cross without any issues or problems. I would also like to know. No temperature checks . We have read that there have been no issues crossing the border from San Diego into Baja. I am an American citizen. Thank you. Nobody needs a passport to enter in Mexico. Juliet, great news, this will 100% work. There seem to be some comments suggesting that drive into Mexico is permitted. 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. Ive used CBX several times its a quick and easy way to to cross the border via an enclosed pedestrian bridge inside the Tijuana Airport. Unless its a family emergency or it contributes economically. But I need to cross the border to take plane to go back to Korea in LAX. If you dont mind me asking, How long ago was this? Except the Haitians actually ARE rapists. Are they still running? If traveling by plane yes, but If traveling by car no as you will need the American Passport to obtain the car permit. Will she be able to fly to SFO with me if she can show that she has been in Mexico for more than 14 days, since she cannot fly direct from Brazil to USA due to the 14 day rule? Or perhaps your very first knowledge about Mexico happened in some other way? Do I have to self quarantine if Im only visiting for 2 days? Oi Gessica, deu certo para voce? Are there any restrictions for U.S. citizens as of today 6/30/2021, to cross the border from Mexico to the Texas, USA border?. If I am in Tj for medical purposes and do not have my us passport will I be able to get back to US? The city of Mexicali, Mexico is located on the U.S.-Mexico border, a region that has been of great importance to both countries for centuries. Any answer would be great thankyou.