Mexico Information
Passport
The passport must have three
months of validity.
Airports
Use one of these airports to fly into Arizona, and transportation may be provided to enter Mexico:
Tucson International (TUS) Airport
Tucson International Airport is located approximately 65 miles from the Mexican border.
Phoenix International (PHX) Airport
Phoenix International Airport is located approximately 175 miles from the Mexican border.
- Phoenix International Airport Website
- Airport code – PHX
Customs
Documents required for border crossing:
- Passport
- I.D Card
Under Mexican law, children under age 21 who are traveling unaccompanied or with only one parent must have written, notarized permission to travel from the non-traveling parent(s).
Thing to Know
- Best practice – Draft or search for a document stating the minor can travel alone or with someone, not their parent or guardian. Then, get it notarized.
