Travel Reminder for Those Going on Spring Break - Make Sure You Have Proof of Citizenship and Identity
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has just issued a useful reminder for Spring Breakers (and all other travelers of course) about making sure they have proper documents when leaving and when returning to the U.S. following a spring break trip to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda or the Caribbean.
All travelers, including U.S. and Canadian citizens, must now present proof of citizenship and identity to enter the United States at land and sea ports of entry. Your word is no longer good enough. The proof can include a passport, trusted traveler program card like NEXUS or SENTRI, or a birth certificate with a driver’s license. Travelers 18 years and younger can present just a birth certificate.
If you’re traveling by air, a passport is required for all travelers entering and departing the United States (actually that’s been a requirement since January, 2007).
The CBP is also reminding U.S. lawful permanent residents that their I-551 form (their green card) is acceptable for land and sea travel into the U.S.
