Important Notice on Visa Waiver Program (VWP)
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces implementation of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA), which will begin to accept voluntary ESTA applications starting on August 1, 2008.
Country Reports on Human Rights Practices
Released by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, March 11, 2008. Mexico is a federal constitutional republic with a population of 108 million. In July 2006 Felipe Calderon of the National Action Party (PAN) was elected president to a six-year term in generally free and fair multiparty elections.
New Travel Document Requirements for U.S. Citizens to Apply at Land Borders
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico City wishes to remind the traveling public that as of January 31, 2008, all adult travelers will be required to present both proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate, and proof of identity, such as a driver’s license OR a U.S. Passport OR SENTRI/NEXUS/FAST card, when entering the United States through land . . .
Non-Immigrant Visa Fees to Increase World-wide on January 1, 2008
Mexico City, December 13, 2007 – On January 1, 2008, the fee to apply for any non-immigrant visa to enter the United States, including tourist, business, student and other visas, will increase to $131 dollars world-wide. This same fee increase will also apply to Border Crossing Cards . . . . .
Security Situation in Mexico (Oct. 24, 2007)
This Public Announcement updates information for U.S. citizens on security situations in Mexico that may affect their activities while in that country. This supersedes the previous Public Announcement for Mexico dated April 19, 2007. . . . .