What documents does a US citizen need to visit Mexico?

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I am a U.S citizen. Do i need a passport and visa when flying from California to Guadalajara. I do not have a passport and I will only be visiting Guadalajara for 4 days on business.



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Yes. According to the Mexican Consulate General in San Francisco, as a US citizen you need a passport to enter Mexico:

Effective March 1st 2010, all visitors traveling to Mexico either by air, land or sea are required to present a valid (non-expired) Passport or Travel Document from their country to enter Mexico.

To apply for a passport, you can start by visiting the US State Department's How to Apply for a Passport page.




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Do US citizens need a tourist card for Mexico?

Yes, travelers from the US need to apply for a Tourist Card before entering Mexico.

When Travelling to Mexico what documents are required?

To enter Mexico, you must have the following documents:
  • A valid passport or travel document. ...
  • A properly completed Multiple Migratory Form (FMM). ...
  • Mexican immigration officers at the port of entry may request additional documents depending on the purpose/activity of your trip.


Can US citizens travel to Mexico without visa?

Nationals of the United States are permitted to enter Mexico without a visa for stays up to 180 days for business or tourism, and up to 30 days for transit purposes visa-free.

Do I need to fill out paperwork to travel to Mexico?

ALL foreign citizens traveling to Mexico MUST fill out an Official Entry Immigration Form (FMM) prior to their arrival to Mexico. To ease the immigration entry process now you can fill out the Immigration Form(s) in the comfort of your home or office.



Forms Required to Travel to Mexico




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