Tourist Assistance
In Mexico you can dial 078 from any phone, where you can find free information about tourist attractions, airports, travel agencies, car rental companies, embassies and consulates, fairs and exhibitions, hotels, hospitals, financial services, migratory and other issues.
Entry requirements All citizens of the United States must present a valid passport when entering Mexican territory by any means of transportation. There are no exceptions for minors. Stays less than 72 hours within the border area, do not require an Official Entry Immigration Form (FMM).
Tourists U.S. citizens who travel as tourists beyond the “border zone” or enter by air must fill out an Official Entry Immigration Form (FMM), which is provided by commercial airlines or at the Mexican airport of entry.
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Prepare for Likely Questions From U.S. CBP Officials
- Why are you visiting the United States? ...
- Where will you be staying? ...
- Who will you be visiting? ...
- How long will you be staying in the U.S.? If you're coming in with an immigrant visa (have been approved for U.S. permanent residence), you won't likely be asked this.
Also, anything you bring back that you did not have when you left the United States must be "declared." For example, you would declare alterations made in a foreign country to a suit you already owned, and any gifts you acquired outside the United States.
Can I fill out a US customs form online? ›
Filling Out Customs Forms Online
You can print just a customs form or use Click-N-Ship® service to pay for postage and print an international shipping label and a customs form.
Is form 6059B still required? ›
Section 148.13 of the CBP regulations prescribes the use of the CBP Form 6059B when a written declaration is required of a traveler entering the United States. Generally, written declarations are required from travelers arriving by air or sea.
What should I know before going through customs? ›
Customs Action Steps
- Complete the Customs Declaration Form while on the flight.
- Ask questions to your flight attendant or traveling companions as needed.
- Declare any goods you have with you that might have restrictions, and/or goods you purchased in country when returning to your home country.
They will ask you a few basic questions, such as where you went and what you purchased on your trip. They look for items on the restricted list, contraband, or anything left off the customs form. Be as specific and as prompt as possible when answering.
Do I have to declare snacks at customs? ›
Travelers entering the United States must declare all food products on U.S. Customs forms or be subject to significant penalties.
Do you have to declare T-shirts at customs? ›
Travelers should declare all items being brought from abroad that will remain in the United States. This includes gifts and duty-free purchases. Goods purchased in a duty-free shop are not automatically free of duty upon your return to the United States.
Should I declare jewelry at US Customs? ›
All travelers entering the United States must declare items purchased or acquired abroad, including jewelry. It's crucial to: Declare the total value of all jewelry you're bringing into the U.S.
What happens if you don't declare at customs? ›
Once the property is not declared, Customs will generally seize it at the time.
Prohibited or restricted items may include meats, fresh fruits and vegetables, plants, seeds, soil and products made from animal or plant materials. For generally allowed food items please visit USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
What can I not bring to us? ›
Prohibited and Restricted Items
- Absinthe (Alcohol) ...
- Alcoholic Beverages. ...
- Automobiles. ...
- Biological Materials. ...
- Ceramic Tableware. ...
- Cultural Artifacts and Cultural Property. ...
- Defense Articles or Items with Military or Proliferation Applications. ...
- Dog and Cat Fur.
If you are traveling by air, flight attendants should hand you a U.S. Customs Declaration Form (CF-6059).
Can you pre-fill out customs forms? ›
Form 6059B Customs Declaration in English and Fillable. This form can be now be filled out prior to or during your travel and be filled out by typing (instead of hand written) and then printed and taken with you as your official Customs Declaration.
How to get through customs faster? ›
Choosing a seat near the front will help you avoid the queues.
- Fill out the forms fast. You do not need to write quickly but you should try and fill out all customs or immigration control forms as soon as possible. ...
- Take the stairs, not the elevator. People love the comfort of elevators. ...
- Have your documents ready.
Agents should not ask questions unrelated to verifying citizenship, nor can they hold you for an extended time without cause. Even though you always have the right to remain silent, if you don't answer questions to establish your citizenship, officials may detain you longer in order to verify your immigration status.
Do U.S. Customs check every package? ›
Does Customs Check Every Package? In short, yes. Although the exact process differs from country to country, it is always best to be properly prepared. TecEx ships to over 200 destinations, each with unique customs processes.
What is question 15 on U.S. Customs form? ›
15. Declaration of Value of Goods : You need to declare how much value of items that you are bringing as visitor or resident. You need to put in approximate value of the items bringing. If you are not bringing anything, you put the value as Zero as in screenshot.
Can U.S. Customs search your phone? ›
All persons, baggage, and merchandise arriving in, or departing from, the United States are subject to inspection by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This search authority includes all electronic devices crossing our nation's borders.
