Leaving U.S. to Mexico Trip. Only have Green Card.

[thechuunt 0]

Hello Everyone,

Just want to say that I've learned a lot on these forums and really appreciate the time and information you all share. It is truly invaluable.

My question is about traveling. My wife has had her Greencard since early 2007 and we have not left the country since (she is from Mexico). We were planning a trip to Mexico but all she has is her Greencard since her Mexican passport is expired.

I've heard a view contradictory things. First, I've heard that it is sufficient to travel with only a Greencard between Canada and Mexico. I wanted to check with you all because she clearly is not eligible for a US Passport and cannot go to Mexico to renew her passport (assuming the Greencard is not enough).

Any help is very much appreciated!

Thanks!

[newoption 1]

Hello Thechuunt:

If she is a Mexican citizen, she will need a valid Mexican passport in order to travel to her Country. To renew her passport in the USA she has to make an appointment at the Mexican Embassy/Consulate. You can visit this site to find the closest to your area http://www.sre.gob.mx/acerca/directorio/co...rconsulados.htm

it is a simple process. I got mine the same day of my appointment!!!

Good luck.

New

[Marilyn. 340]

if you are flying she will need a passport but until June 2009 if you are crossing by a land border you don't need a passport...

ALL PERSONS traveling by air outside of the United States are required to present a passport or other valid travel document to enter or re-enter the United States.

http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html

* CURRENTLY:

U.S. citizens need to present either (a) a passport, passport card (available in spring 2008), or WHTI-compliant document; or (B) a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, along with proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.

* LATER:

On June 1, 2009, the U.S. government 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 a passport, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document.

Edited May 8, 2008 by MarilynP

[kmineo 0]

If she were from another country besides Mexico I think the Green card will work even if you fly, but unless mexico is diff than most countries, if you are a Mexican citizen you will need to enter on a Mexican passport I would assume. As Newoption suggestion go get a passport at the consulate.

[lucyrich 20]

But note that, per the links you quoted, the exception to passport requirements for land travel ONLY applies to US Citizens.

I believe those who are not US citizens require a passport, even for land travel. I think that's true even for Green Card holders.

It sounds like she should renew her Mexican passport at the nearest consulate in the US before travelling.

if you are flying she will need a passport but until June 2009 if you are crossing by a land border you don't need a passport...

ALL PERSONS traveling by air outside of the United States are required to present a passport or other valid travel document to enter or re-enter the United States.

http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html

* CURRENTLY:

U.S. citizens need to present either (a) a passport, passport card (available in spring 2008), or WHTI-compliant document; or (B) a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, along with proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.

* LATER:

On June 1, 2009, the U.S. government 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 a passport, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document.

[russian_armenian 4]

Woh, that is a speedy process. It took almost 6 months for me to reniew my Russian passport through embassy. They told me that diplomatic mail regarding passports goes to Russia once a month, then Russian-FBI-like clearance, then approval, then mail sent to US (in batches-so, wait here too), then embassy issues new passport and calls to pick up or ship.

Hello Thechuunt:

If she is a Mexican citizen, she will need a valid Mexican passport in order to travel to her Country. To renew her passport in the USA she has to make an appointment at the Mexican Embassy/Consulate. You can visit this site to find the closest to your area http://www.sre.gob.mx/acerca/directorio/co...rconsulados.htm

it is a simple process. I got mine the same day of my appointment!!!

Good luck.

New

[Marilyn. 340]

But note that, per the links you quoted, the exception to passport requirements for land travel ONLY applies to US Citizens.

I believe those who are not US citizens require a passport, even for land travel. I think that's true even for Green Card holders.

It sounds like she should renew her Mexican passport at the nearest consulate in the US before travelling.

if you are flying she will need a passport but until June 2009 if you are crossing by a land border you don't need a passport...

ALL PERSONS traveling by air outside of the United States are required to present a passport or other valid travel document to enter or re-enter the United States.

http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html

* CURRENTLY:

U.S. citizens need to present either (a) a passport, passport card (available in spring 2008), or WHTI-compliant document; or (B) a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, along with proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.

* LATER:

On June 1, 2009, the U.S. government 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 a passport, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document.

yes I know but you still don't need a passport even if you are a permanent resident if you are using a land border...

Although passports will not be required until June 2009 (or later) for land travel across the US border, US border officials will begin asking for proof of citizenship on January 31, 2008. Proof of US citizenship can be provided with either a Passport or with a Birth Certificate. Original Birth Certificates are preferred, but a photo copy will also be accepted for the time being.

January 31, 2008 - A Passport or Birth Certificate will be required for US or Canadian citizens crossing by LAND into the US from Mexico.

http://www.mexadventure.com/MexicoTravel/U...ving_mexico.cfm