U.S. Border Document Requirements

Everyone must show documents that prove citizenship and identity. Effective June 1, 2009, all U.S. citizens are now required to present a passport book, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document when entering the United States. A drivers licence is not proof of citizenship.

Bring one of the following:

• valid passport
• passport card

How do I obtain a passport? Start here - it's an easy process. Give yourself plently of time before a trip to get one!

Medical Insurance Card

Bring your U.S. medical insurance card with you. Or here's a little tip. We suggest making a copy of your medical insurance card (copy both sides) and bring that paper copy with you. Verify that each traveler in the vehicle knows where everyone's each traveler's documentation is located in case of emergency. This is very important.

Optional: Trip/Liability Insurance

Because you never know what might happen on a vacation trip, we suggest trip/liability insurance thru CSA Travel Protection. CSA Travel Protection is a San Diego based company offering travel insurance, trip interruption and assistance services to keep you protected before, during and after your trip. Check out the 7 real-life scenarios to think about. If you choice not to purchase this insurance, we require that you sign a liability waiver/release agreement before joining us on a trip.

Optional: Medical Emergency Evacuation

Perfect Adventures strongly encourages all Mexico travelers to check out Binational Medical Emergency Medical Committee. Get this Binational card BEFORE leaving on your trip to Mexico. This is a great service offered by Celia Diaz. We never travel to Mexico with out this card and the peace of mind that goes with it. We can tell you amazing rescue stories that Ms. Diaz was responsible for over the years. Again, verify that your travel buddies know where this information is located and how to use it.

Should I bring dollars or pesos?

US dollars are taken every where in Baja. Bring small bills (1, 5, 10, 20's) as sometimes it may be difficult for local vendors to make change on larger bills. Be aware that when paying in US currency that most local vendors will give change back in pesos. For our longer or more remote trips, we suggest bringing more pesos than dollars. Most Baja savvy travelers carry both. To exchange pesos before the trip, go to the local exchange houses or at the exchange services near in San Ysidro, CA. We get better shopping deals when paying with pesos!