I am leaving to Mexico in June, but my passport expires in September 2008. Whill I have problems?

Question

it is regaring the 6-month expiration rule that some countries have. Is Mexico as strict? Any assistance with where to look (only official sites) or a reliable source is welcome.

Answer 1

No there is no 6 month rule for travelling to Mexico.  If you are flying, you must have a pssport, to travel by land you need a photo I.D. and birth certificate.  IF there are  special passport requirements for a country, it is always stated on the U.S. State Dep't consular sheet on that country  and there is no such requirement there.  You will get a tourist card on the plane or at the border. These can be good for up to 180 days...but NO LONGER than your passport is good for.

Answer 2

Mexico is not strict and the mexican tourist visa is only about $20 and as mentioned is good for 180 days. I have been in Mexico now for 5 months  and have been back and forth a couple of times with my ID and birth certificate alone. (driving)

(I don´t even have a pass port- planning to get it on my next trip due to the up coming laws)

Answer 3

If I were you, I would go ahead and apply for a renewal of your passport.  You will have to renew it this year anyway if you want to travel outside the states.  However, if time is a factor for you...you can contact the Mexican embassy to ask them personally.  the website is http://portal.sre.gob.mx/usa/

Good luck!

Answer 4

Ask the local Mexican Consulate.  To be safe, I would renew the passport.  I just did for the same reason.  It is fast.  Go on-line and get a renewal form from the US Passport Agency.  Get your picture taken and send in the renewal fee.  Do it now and you'll have your passport in May.