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New Homeland Security Border Regulations
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released
new regulations for U.S. and Canadian citizens returning from Mexico
by land or sea. Beginning January 31, 2008, everyone needs to present
either a WHTI (Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative)-compliant document
(such as a passport), or a government-issued photo ID, such as a
driver’s license, plus proof of citizenship,
such as a birth certificate. DHS also proposes to begin alternative
procedures for U.S. and Canadian children at that time.
Beginning in the Summer of 2009, at a date to
be determined, the department will implement the full requirements
of the land and sea phase of WHTI. The proposed rules require most
U.S. citizens entering the United States at sea or land ports of
entry to have either a U.S. passport; a U.S. passport card; a trusted
traveler card such as NEXUS, FAST, or SENTRI; a valid Merchant Mariner
Document (MMD) when traveling in conjunction with official maritime
business; or a valid U.S. Military identification card when traveling
on official orders.
Go to http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html
or www.dhs.gov
for updates and details.
Tourist Permit
SAVE TIME AND FRUSTRATION at the border by purchasing your Mexican
Tourist Cards at the DISCOVER BAJA office for $29.
Members wishing to obtain a Mexican Tourist Card must bring their
proof of citizenship: a current passport or certified birth certificate,
along with photo identification to the DISCOVER BAJA Travel Club
offices. Call us (800) 727-BAJA for procedures to obtain a Tourist
Card without an office visit. Learn
More.
Doña
Anita Espinoza
Discover Baja is proud to be a sponsor of the Flying Samaritans
and the Doña Anita Espinoza Museum in El Rosario through
the sale of the beautiful portrait of her by renowned artist Harley
Brown. Learn More. |
