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[*] posted on 11-30-2006 at 05:12 PM
Tecate Crossing


I will be crossing over into Mexico at Tecate in a couple of weeks for the first time. Can somone tell me where the office is to get my tourist visas? I presume it is located right after you cross the border. Thanks
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[*] posted on 11-30-2006 at 05:25 PM


Immediately to your right as you enter. Can't miss it.
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[*] posted on 12-2-2006 at 08:39 AM


tecate crossing

As an additional tip, park on the U.S. side and walk the short block to the immigration office, get your FMT's there and then walk back to your car. Parking on the Mexican side is a little more difficult. Don't wait to get your FMT's in Ensenada-they are getting a bit weird down there-fines, tearing up pre paid FMT's and such.
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[*] posted on 12-2-2006 at 03:36 PM


Anyone know about crossing north @ Tecate w/a large motorhome @/the new crossing?



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[*] posted on 12-2-2006 at 04:01 PM


Good question Mike---
I use the crossing and I can't imagine that a "large" motorhome would negotiate the serpentine turn out of the place. Seems as though U.S. customs has done their best to make life miserable for us. Of course, we're all the enemy as far as their concerned.
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[*] posted on 12-2-2006 at 06:44 PM


It can be done but with the complimentary tale to tell about how tight it was. The border officers show great patience in helping guide you through the tight turn past the booth.
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[*] posted on 12-3-2006 at 07:27 AM


I think they'll let you exit through secondary if you ask. It's a much straighter shot. Wait times at Tecate, especially on Sundays now equal or exceed those in TJ.
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