Coming To Burgos This information is provided as a service to the best of our knowledge. However, rules, laws, etc. are changed at times, so please check official agencies / websites for current information. Some links are provided below. Feel free to contact us with questions. http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/regional/regional_1174.html www.mexconnect.com/mex_/travel/usinfo/usinfoindex.html http://www.mexonline.com/mexcustoms.htm I. Persons entering Mexico fill out paperwork in the office of immigration for a 7 day visa (no cost) or a 180 day visa (about $25). The visa needs to be turned in on exiting the country or on or before the 7th or 180th day. To get the visa the person needs to bring: Option 1 - Passport Option 2 - Birth Certificate(with raised seal, no copies), and State Issued picture ID Minors who are not accompanied by both parents need a notarized letter giving permission to the parent or guardian (church leader) to bring the minor into Mexico. Make sure that the names of all parties involved are included on the permission. II. Persons bringing vehicles into Mexico get a temporary import vehicle certificate and sticker from the Bank office (usually located close to the immigration offices) good for the same dates as their visa. The cost is about is about $40 dollars and must be charged to a Visa or Mastercard. The card must be in the same name as the person obtaining the permission to drive the vehicle into Mexico. On exiting Mexico this sticker and paperwork must be turned in to the Bank office at the border. Do not remove the sticker yourself. It will need to be removed by a bank official. In addition to the information needed in section You will need: 1. An original title for the vehicle (if it belongs to another entity, ie. Church or Bank, you will also need written, notarized permission to be driving it into Mexico on official letterhead. The paper should name the person/driver and include the dates.) You may not bring another person's vehicle into Mexico. Only a Church may give permission to a driver, or a Bank permission to the person who has the loan on the vehicle. 2. Visa or Mastercard with the name of the driver of the vehicle, who is either a. the vehicle owner, or b. the named driver on the notarized permission from the church a church credit card will not be accepted unless it also has the driver's name on it 3. Current Registration (original from tax office) 4. Current driver’s license At the Bank offices, you will be asked not only for originals, but also for a copy of these documents. You may want to bring copies with you to save time and money. Auto Insurance while in Mexico - Burgos Missions requires that you have it. There are many companies on the web. This list is provided as a suggestion. Be sure the company you chose is well known. Daily or weekly policies are available. http://www.mexpro.net http://www.sanbornsinsurance.com |
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