Travel Advisories

Valid Passport Required for Entry into Mexico

The Mexican government has announced that American and Canadian passengers flying into Mexico will be required to show a valid passport as of March 1, 2010.

This measure harmonizes Mexican boarder control policy with that of Canada and the US under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI).

Transport Canada pre-board security screening:

Allowed: Liquids, gels, or aerosols in containers 100 mls / 100g (3.4 oz.) or less. These containers MUST be placed in one (1) clear, closed and re-sealable plastic bag no larger than one litre (one quart).ONE BAG PER PERSON.

Prohibited: Unsealed, open, or opaque plastic bags of any size with liquids, gels, or aerosols in containers of any size. Liquids, gels, or aerosols in containers larger than 100 mls / 100 g (3.4 oz.).

Items exempt from restrictions (these items must be declared to security screeners) Baby formula, baby food, and milk for guests travelling with children two years of age and under and prescription and essential non-prescription medicines. These items do not require a plastic bag, but may require additional screening.

For more information on these or other Government of Canada security requirements please visit www.tc.gc.ca or www.catsa-acsta.gc.ca or phone 1-888-294-2202.

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