Do I need a Passport? What Documents are Required?

A current passport is advised for all individuals in your party. If you do not have a passport or your passport is expired, we suggest ordering an expedited passport application/renewal in order to receive your passport prior to your departure to Mexico.

If you do NOT have a passport

If you are crossing the border, you may use one of the following instead of a conventional passport only upon approval from your Patient Coordinator.

Passport ID Card
Enhanced Driver’s License (Currently only the following states that provide these are: Washington, Vermont, Michigan, Minnesota, and New York)
Both a Valid Driver’s License/ID Card AND Original U.S. Birth Certificate (no copies). It is also highly suggested to bring your Social Security card as well as a recent utility/cell phone bill that matches your name and the address shown on your license/ID (in combination with License and original U.S. Birth Certificate)

The more documentation you have, the better off you will be, so be prepared!

For more information, visit: Passport Applications & Info
Watch this YouTube Video: Applying for U.S. Passport

Or you may call:

1-877-487-2778 US State Department– American Travelers Services
Link to: US Embassy in Mexico – American Travelers Services while in Mexico

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By MBC Editor|2023-09-01T15:31:56+00:00April 6th, 2020|Categories: Travel|16 Comments

About the Author: MBC Editor

As the Editor of Mexico Bariatric Center, my passion is to share the amazing success of weight loss surgery with the entire world. I also enjoy guiding patients along their journey to overcoming obesity. There are many affordable options, some of which have similar equal quality standards as the United States. That is what we have built here at Mexico Bariatric Center. While working in the medical tourism industry for over a decade, I have had the privilege to participate in the evolution of patient care, safety standards, and quality bariatric surgery in countries like Mexico.

16 Comments

Kathleen Nobles June 6, 2021 at 3:13 pm - Reply
I may have 2 companions wanting to come.
Will that be allowed?
- MBC Editor June 10, 2021 at 4:25 pm - Reply
  Yes that is not a problem
Diane Morgan March 16, 2022 at 12:42 am - Reply
Will the companion need a passport
- Ron Elli, Ph.D. March 24, 2022 at 9:48 pm - Reply
  yes, the companion needs a passport as well.
Cheyanna June 22, 2022 at 11:28 am - Reply
How far away is the hotel from the hospital ?
- MBC Editor June 23, 2022 at 4:26 pm - Reply
  It’s a 5-minute drive away which our transportation covers to/from
Michael Friel Rooney July 4, 2022 at 9:46 am - Reply
I have an up to date passport which last until 2025 but its more than 10 years old do I need to renew it prior to traveling top Mexico
- MBC Team July 13, 2022 at 6:51 pm - Reply
  If the passport is not expired, it will be fine.
James williamson September 20, 2022 at 11:06 pm - Reply
I’ve been talking to someone at your office that says I don’t need a passport
- MBC Contributor September 22, 2022 at 4:29 pm - Reply
  Hi James, you are Correct. You do not need a passport as long as you have both a real ID and your Birth Certificate!
Heather November 26, 2022 at 8:38 pm - Reply
I have a passport but it has my married name on it . Can I still use that or do I have to get a new one ?
- MBC Team December 12, 2022 at 7:57 pm - Reply
  Hi Heather, you can still use it but make sure to bring your marriage license to explain the name change.
Nancy June 5, 2023 at 2:26 am - Reply
I’m so excited,
- MBC Editor June 5, 2023 at 6:02 pm - Reply
  We’re excited to have you! :)
Andrew Gautreau August 8, 2023 at 2:14 pm - Reply
I dont have a passport but i have Real ID and my birth certificate. Will that work?
- MBC Editor August 8, 2023 at 4:34 pm - Reply
  Hi Andrew,
  Yes that will work. A current passport or Valid Drivers License/ID Card AND a U.S. Birth Certificate (no copies) is required for everybody to cross the border.