SAE to Mexico earlier than 1 month before my flight

I plan to go to Mexico in about 1-2 months. I'll have to get Mexican electronic authorization (SAE).

There're cheap tickets 2 months from now.

SAE should be submitted, however, not earlier than a month before one's visit to Mexico -- this is a rule.

If one buys a ticket a few months in advance because they're cheap and a month before his flight he submits SAE and gets rejected -- this will be troublesome.

My question: is it strict that SAE should be submitted a month before one's trip to Mexico and not earlier than that?

How can I get away with buying tickets that are 2 months from now?

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Best Answer

The SAE does not oblige you to travel. You may apply by giving tomorrow's date, and even if approved, not use it. You can then apply again later for your actual trip. (But be aware that even if you are approved today, you might not be approved next month. Though this is unlikely if you haven't done anything to annoy the Mexican government.)

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How long does your passport have to be valid to travel to Mexico?

The Mexican government only requires that your passport must be valid during the entirety of your trip. Please contact the airline(s) you will be flying on to ensure that they let you board the plane as the United States does have a six months validity rule for passports that may apply.

Can I travel to Mexico if my passport expires in 1 month?

No, you cannot travel to Mexico from any country with an expired passport.

Does Mexico enforce the 6 month passport rule?

Passport requirements are the same as for Mexico EXCEPT there is no six-month rule. Your passport only needs to be valid for the length of your trip.

Do you need travel authorization for Mexico?

Yes. You will need to bring a hard copy of your electronic authorization with you when you travel to Mexico. You will need to present it at check in for your airline and to the immigration officer(s) at the point of entry for Mexico. Please note that immigration officers may deny entry to anyone without explanation.

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