what does a US citizen need in order to come back into the US after visiting Mexico?

Question

what does a US citizen need in order to come back into the US after visiting Mexico?

Answer 1

I travel to Mexico all the time. I'm a US Citizen, and I always present my US Passport.



That should do the trick!

Answer 2

A US Passport is the ideal. However if you don't have, then you need a US Driver's license and US birth certificate. If you don't have those, then bring naturalization papers and/or your green card.



btw, I was checked not only when returning but when departing for Mexico.



Check out this website for more:

http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/brochures/brochures_1229.html

Answer 3

Soon, it will be a U.S. Passport. I do not know when the regulation takes effect.



Normally, I believe you just need your state issued driver's license. However, the new regulations will soon require passports for Canada and Mexico travel.

Answer 4

Proof of citizenship. The best is a passport. But your Drivers licence and birth certificate will suffice.

Answer 5

A state issued i.d. and a birth certificate or a s.s.c. You do not need a passport to go until dec. 31st 2006

Answer 6

You might need a passport if you are flying. Check out the link below.