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Tourist Card On line
Does anyone know anything about this. I don't think they are up and ready yet.
http://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/travelers-can-obtain-tourist...
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woody with a view
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if you still have to stop and get it stamped i don't see the benefit. why not do it like they issue fishing licenses? you go online, pay your fee,
tell them which day to stamp it (the day you plan to cross (or fish)) and then you print it out.
the authorities must really be that stupid! this is the digital age, after all....
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Lee
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Quote: Originally posted by woody with a view  | if you still have to stop and get it stamped i don't see the benefit. why not do it like they issue fishing licenses? you go online, pay your fee,
tell them which day to stamp it (the day you plan to cross (or fish)) and then you print it out.
the authorities must really be that stupid! this is the digital age, after all.... |
Stopping at the border is a 3) step process. Go to migration get the form, fill it out, then 2) go to the bank and get it stamped, then 3) return
it to migration. Haven't done this in a while but isn't this it?
Eliminating a step is beneficial to those playing the odds. That would be the bank being closed for some reason, or the person at the bank who has
the stamp is sick today….. this is worth a few bucks…..
I got a '34 wagon and I call it a Woody…..
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gallesram
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| Quote: Originally posted by Lee | | Quote: Originally posted by woody with a view | if you still have to stop and get it stamped i don't see the benefit. why not do it like they issue fishing licenses? you go online, pay your fee,
tell them which day to stamp it (the day you plan to cross (or fish)) and then you print it out.
the authorities must really be that stupid! this is the digital age, after all.... |
Stopping at the border is a 3) step process. Go to migration get the form, fill it out, then 2) go to the bank and get it stamped, then 3) return
it to migration. Haven't done this in a while but isn't this it?
Eliminating a step is beneficial to those playing the odds. That would be the bank being closed for some reason, or the person at the bank who has
the stamp is sick today….. this is worth a few bucks…..
I got a '34 wagon and I call it a Woody….. |
You can pay the agent directly now; no need to go to the bank.
But it takes time for the agent to complete the form, collect the money, make change, etc. So if all they did was verify your payment and glance at
your passport to be sure it is consistent with the form (much like when you go through immigration when you fly into a foreign country) it would save
you a bit of time.
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Lee
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Confirming this: go directly to migration and it's one stop. Get form, pay, stamp, and leave. I've not been aware of that.
The form costs $36 at Vagabundos -- I'm seeing less benefit to paying extra if it's simpler at the border. Is the cost still $22?
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Bob and Susan
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| Quote: Originally posted by Lee | The form costs $36 at Vagabundos -- I'm seeing less benefit to paying extra if it's simpler at the border.
Is the cost still $22? |
cost is 322 pesos
at 16 to one that's 20 bucks
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And we are all in such a hurry that we can't take time to get the FMM at the border, but people will wait 3 hours to cross back into the US without a
complaint when there are other options
A closer reading of the article says the system is not yet activated
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Not too many firsts left here, but a Jan & Dean quote, nice
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David K
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"Confirming this: go directly to migration and it's one stop. Get form, pay, stamp, and leave. I've not been aware of that."
I have reported the ability to may the INM officer since 2012 in my trip reports and other posts on the matter. There is often a bank teller that can
also be used. In Mexicali , 6 weeks ago, the one officer at INM did it all, as had been the case in Tijuana in 2012.
Bajaguy, it's not the 15-30 minutes going south, it is parking. Tecate can be impossible for a motorhome or trailer, so they suggest parking on the
U.S. side, and making a second entry into Mexico that day.
Getting the FMM online, but having to still stop for a stamp, is not a whole lot of improvement in efficiency. Why not activate it right then,
online... and you have it for 180 days?
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last may we went thru mexicali and tried to get a visa but due to little staff and a"computer problem" we were told we did not need a visa . Just
tell who ever asks "computer problem" and all is OK?? Until a good and reliable system is set up it is a joke .
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David K
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| Quote: Originally posted by freediverbrian | | last may we went thru mexicali and tried to get a visa but due to little staff and a"computer problem" we were told we did not need a visa . Just
tell who ever asks "computer problem" and all is OK?? Until a good and reliable system is set up it is a joke . |
Viva Mexico!
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i just got our 7 day FMM on line ...took about 15 min to fill out and print 2 forms..no charge (7 day?)
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John M
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Dizzy link?
Dizzy, would you post the site or link please?
John M
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gallesram
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Here's the link; just found it.
https://www.inm.gob.mx/fmme/publico/solicitud.html
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woody with a view
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the guvmint expects the casual tourist to navigate the site in Spanish? am i not seeing the english link? there is one at the bottom but isn't
bringing up an english version FMM application.
[Edited on 9-4-2015 by woody with a view]
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David K
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| Quote: Originally posted by woody with a view | the guvmint expects the casual tourist to navigate the site in Spanish? am i not seeing the english link? there is one at the bottom but isn't
bringing up an english version FMM application.
[Edited on 9-4-2015 by woody with a view] |
Try right click for translation (Google Chrome):
Multiple Migratory Form (FMM)
General Requirements
FMM The applicant must have a passport or passport card (Passport Card) valid and in force in accordance with the norms of international law and have
a minimum period of 6 months validity.
The applicant is aware that the passport card (Passport Card) can be used at land border crossings and only visit the border; It may not be used for
travel within Mexico or use it for international travel by air.
The applicant must enter the information requested on the application of the FMM, as it appears on your passport.
The applicant accepts under penalty of perjury, that the information and documentation provided is true, so it becomes knowledge that should distort
information, it could be punished in accordance with applicable legal provisions.
Conditions Multiple Migratory Form obtained electronically
The Multiple Migratory Form may be obtained electronically through the, foreigners entering the country by land, by the places open to the
international movement of people Institute website.
Applicant agrees that the condition of stay that you get to enter the information will be to visitors without permission to perform remunerated
activities .
The applicant takes cognizance that the FMM has a maximum term of 180 calendar days and may use it for a single admission.
The applicant takes cognizance that the validity of the FMM is counted from the immigration stamp seal, provided he meets the requirements to enter
Mexico.
The applicant will print the FMM and be required to show the position intended for international transit of persons who intend to enter.
The applicant takes cognizance that the payment of the right to obtain the status of stay, does not guarantee admission to Mexico.
The applicant must show passport or passport (Passport Card) valid and in force, and the FMM when applying for admission.
I have read and accept the terms and conditions
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New wrinkle off DK's post, getting an fmm off the site with passport card restricts the tourist to border travel, can't go
past Ensenada? In the past the card was accepted for interior travel. They may not enforce it that way though. Good for one entry, contradicts a post
a couple
days ago, someone using an existing fmm for entry into TJ,
getting in the Mex National line showing an existing fmm,
further confusion from Mex Imm
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woody with a view
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i'm more concerned with:
"The applicant takes cognizance that the FMM has a maximum term of 180 calendar days and may use it for a single admission."
oh well, we'll see what the future holds. tighten your seat belts!
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Lee
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| Quote: Originally posted by woody with a view | i'm more concerned with:
"The applicant takes cognizance that the FMM has a maximum term of 180 calendar days and may use it for a single admission."
oh well, we'll see what the future holds. tighten your seat belts! |
The single admission is based on the honor system. And the question that always comes up is: how does anyone know you've gone North and
re-entered again? The answer is no one will know.
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According to Discover Baja you do not need to turn in your FMM tourist visa when leaving Mexico under the new rules. Therefore if you have a 180 day
FMM how would they know how many times you were in and out.
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