Do i need a passport to go to Tijuana?

Question

I am going to Tijuana, Mexico Tomorrow.
I know a driver's licence is enough, but I heard a friend said the law changed and a passport is now required....
so do i really need to bring a passport?

ps. I am US citizen

Answer 1

current requirements:

MEXICO - *Passport, or proof of citizenship (such as original birth certificate or naturalization certificate) and photo ID. Tourist card is required. Tourist card valid 3 months for single entry up to 180 days, $20 fee, requires proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID, and proof of sufficient funds. Visa not required of U.S. citizens for tourist/transit stay of up to 30 days. Obtain tourist cards in advance from Consulate, Tourism Office, and most airlines serving Mexico upon arrival. Departure tax $10 is paid at airport when not included in the cost of the airline ticket. Notarized consent from parent(s) required for children under age 18 traveling alone, with one parent, or in someone else’s custody. For additional information, check with the Embassy of Mexico, 1911 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20006 (202/736-1000) or nearest Consulate General: AZ (602/242-7398), CA (213/351-6800, 415/392-5554 and 619/231-8414), CO (303/331-1110), FL (305/716-4977), GA (404/266-1913), IL (312/855-1380), LA (504/522-3596), NY (212/217-6400), PR (809/764-0258) or TX (210/227-1085, 214/630-7341, 713/542-2300, 512/478-9031 and 915/533-4082). Internet: http://www.embassyofmexico.org/

new requirements:

New Requirements for Travelers


The Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 requires that by January 1, 2008, travelers to and from the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama, Mexico and Canada have a passport or other secure, accepted document to enter or re-enter the United States. In order to facilitate the implementation of this requirement, the Administration is proposing to complete it in phases following a proposed timeline, which will be published in the Federal Register in the near future.

In the proposed implementation plan, which is subject to a period of initial public comment, the Initiative will be rolled out in phases, providing as much advance notice as possible to the affected public to enable them to meet the terms of the new guidelines. The proposed timeline will be as follows:

December 31, 2006 - Requirement applied to all air and sea travel to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda.
December 31, 2007 - Requirement extended to all land border crossings as well as air and sea travel.
This is a change from prior travel requirements and will affect all United States citizens entering the United States from countries within the Western Hemisphere who do not currently possess valid passports. This new requirement will also affect certain foreign nationals who currently are not required to present a passport to travel to the United States. Most Canadian citizens, citizens of the British Overseas Territory of Bermuda, and to a lesser degree, Mexican citizens will be affected by the implementation of this requirement.

Answer 2

Question: Do I need a passport to go to Mexico?
Answer: US citizens can sail right through the San Diego - Tijuana border without a passport. It’s a good idea to bring some kind of ID (Driver’s license for instance) in case it’s needed. Conditions varies for citizens of other countries, better check with the Mexican consulate in your area.

Answer 3

you now need a passport to enter tijuana.

Answer 4

to get into tijuana you need nothing.

to get back to the US you may be asked for citizenship plus an ID. All you have to say is "im a US citizen" but if you have an accent be prepared to answer more questions. if you studder you may be sent to 'secondary inspection' to check you out and waste tons of time.

of course, if you get into any kind of trouble while in TJ make sure you have your US ID with you.

Answer 5

You always need to bring a passport when travelling internationally.

Answer 6

You need to be able to present proof of your citizenship (passport, birth certificate, naturalization certificate, etc.) when you enter Mexico, and also when you return to the US.

Answer 7

If you are a US Citizen, no, you do not. But to be on the safer side, why dont you take yours along anyway?

Answer 8

Drivers liscencew will work. But if you are mexican descent (or look like it) be careful not to loose it.

Answer 9

Last time I went, they only asked for ID and my driver's licence was fine. Keep your money close and don't buy any chicle!

Answer 10

I guess you know by now since you have been and are back.