TRAVELING TO MEXICO
For U.S. citizens, passports are NOT required for visits less than 72 hours and within 75 miles of the border. Persons less than 18 years of age entering Mexico WITHOUT an accompanying parent must have signed consent affidavit signed by BOTH parents. If traveling with one parent, signed affidavit is required from absent parent.
For further information, contact U.S. Immigration Service at (928) 627-8854.

PETS
Usually allowed with verification of rabies vaccination within last six (6) months.

U.S. CUSTOMS
American citizens/residents must declare citizenship and purchases when re-entering the U.S. Merchandise up to $400 per person is duty-free. One quart of liquor and one carton of cigarettes is allowed duty-free. Purchases exceeding $400 will be taxed.

Mexican border authorities issue temporary vehicle permits for travel into Mexico. The owner/lessee must be in vehicle, and must allow inspection of: Appropriate immigration form, Certificate of Title, vehicle registration, rental leasing form or bill of sale, proof of employment with firm if driving company car, a valid driver's license issued outside of Mexico and an international credit card, i.e., Visa, MasterCard, American Express.

RADIO
Citizen-band radios are helpful when traveling in rural areas. Three channels have been establishedfor tourists. Channel 9 for emergencies; Channel 11 for tourist caravans; Channel 13 for vehicle-to-vehicle conversation.

INSURANCE
It is strongly recommended that Mexican Auto Insurance be purchased BEFORE entering Mexico. It can be purchased at the border or in Yuma prior to departing.