INMIGRATION

If you are not a Mexican citizen, in order to enter the country you need to obtain a tourist immigration form (FM-T). They are available at the first port of entry, at the borders, or at Mexican consulates and embassies.

Within Baja California , U.S.A and Canadian citizens can travel as far south as the port city of Ensenada without having to obtain a tourist card, provided the length of the stay does not exceed 72 hours.

A FM-T tourist card is officially required for travel further south or inland for each individual visitor, regardless of age.

Make sure your form is stamped and authorized by the Immigration authority; the FM-T is good for a maximum of 180 days. If you need an extension you can request it by contacting the Mexican Immigration Authorities (INAMI) before its expiration.

For U.S.A and Canadian Citizens, the FM-T may be obtained by presenting one of the following documents:

• Passport
• Birth Certificate, accompanied by a photo I.D. or
• Voter’s Registration Card, accompanied by a photo I.D.

Although some nationalities are not asked to present their passport upon entry into Mexico , it is recommended to have it with you at all times, it will make your entry fast and easier.

It’s necessary to have the FM-T with you while you remain in Mexico , and turn it in when you leave the country.

For minors entering the country, they must be accompanied by his/her parents, or have a notarized letter from the absent parent, authorizing them to leave the country.

If your are not a Mexican citizen and you intend on staying for more than seven (7) days in any region of Mexico, you are required to pay a Non-Immigrant Fee (D.N.I) which costs $ 210.00 pesos (around $20.00 dollars), payable at any Mexican Bank . Visitors arriving by land and staying up to 7 (seven) days are exempted of paying this fee , for any additional information please check with the immigration authorities or with the Baja California State Tourism Secretariat.

BY AIR: For visitors arriving by plane, the Non Immigrant Fee (DNI) is included in the airplane ticket price. For passengers arriving in a non commercial flight, the fee will apply for each entry into our country. It can be paid at any national bank and the form can be submitted at any office of the National Immigration Institute.

BY SEA: For visitors arriving by sea, the Non Immigrant Fee (DNI) is included in the cruise package price. For passengers arriving in a personal boat or water craft, the fee can be paid at any national bank and the form can be submitted at any office of the National Immigration Institute. The fee applies for each entry into the country.

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