Las Gaviotas - Beautiful Resort on the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez in Rocky Point Mexico

Crossing The Border

Important Passport Information:
A Passport or Passport Card is required when returning to the United States.

"NEVER TAKE A FIREARM ACROSS THE BORDER!!!!!!!" (There are exceptions to this but contact a Mexican Consulate to determine the current exceptions

If you are crossing the border to visit the "Free Zone" (Rocky Point included), you must have the titles to any vehicles you are crossing with. This includes boats, jet skis, water bikes, ATC's, dune buggies, etc. If you are not able to provide legal documentation of the vehicles you may be turned back at the border

CUSTOMS PROCEDURES

All foreigners and Mexicans coming from another country are international passengers and have the right to bring the following items, tax free:

Items for personal use such as clothing, shoes and toiletries in reasonable amounts according to the length of their trip.
One photographic, video, or motion picture camera, including a power source, except professional equipment. Up to 12 rolls of film, or videotapes.
Books and magazines
One used sports article or piece of equipment for individual use which can be transported by one person.
Up to 20 packs of cigarettes or 50 cigars.
A maximum of 3 liters (approx. 3 quarts) of wine or alcohol if the passenger is an adult.
Medicine for personal use. (with your prescription).
Suitcases or bags to transport the items.

If you are legally a resident of another country in addition to the items listed, you may bring into Mexico, tax free:

Binoculars
A photographic camera
A portable television
A radio/tape recorder with a maximum of 20 records or tapes.
A typewriter or portable computer
Up to five used toys (if the passenger is a minor)
Fishing Tackle
A pair of skis
Two Tennis rackets
A non-motorized boat up to 5 1/2 meters in length or a surfboard, with or without a sail
Camping equipment and a tent.

If you are traveling by camper, trailer or motor home you may also bring in:

A video cassette recorder(VCR)
Household linens and kitchen utensils
Living room and bedroom furniture

IMPORTING ADDITIONAL MERCHANDISE

You may import additional merchandise valued at up to $1,000.00 by paying a corresponding tax without the intervention of a customs broker. (Contact Mexican Customs for the list)
In addition, you may impose without the services of a customs broker, one computer system as long as its value, added to the above merchandise, (of $1,000.00) does not exceed $4,000.00 U .S. Currency.
To pay the tax, multiply the value of your excess merchandise by 20.84% (if the product originated in the U.S. or Canada).
This information, supplied by Paisano Information at the Mexican Border, is subject to change.
It is forbidden to introduce drugs, fire arms and explosives into Mexico. If you do so, you will be subject to penalties and imprisonment.
VISAS - are obtained at the first building on the right after you clear the border check station at Lukeville. A Visa is required IF you are going beyond Puerto Peñasco (Rocky Point). You will need proof of citizenship such as a U.S. passport, birth certificate, voter's registration etc. (a driver's license is NOT proof of citizenship.)

PETS - if you take your dog or cat into Mexico, you are required to have: 1) A U.S. veterinarian's certificate Form 77-043 and 2) A rabies inoculation permit valid within the past 6 months.

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