The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), which took effect of January 23, 2007, requires that all travelers crossing U.S. borders have a valid passport. Due to difficulties in processing the large number of passport applications received after WHTI took effect, U.S. citizens may reenter the United States until September 30, 2007 by air if they present government issued photo identification and official proof from the Department of State that they have applied for a passport.

Different countries may have different travel document requirements. It is best to check with the country you are visiting to determine the appropriate travel document requirements (for instance, whether you need a passport and/or visa). You can find out more by referring to the State Department website at http://travel.state.gov. Yes. Under this final rule, Mexican citizens, just like U.S., Canadian and Bermudan citizens, will be required to present a passport for air travel.

All U.S. visitors to Mexico are required to carry proof of citizenship, such as a valid passport or certified birth certificate. If you are a US citizen you may enter Mexico with a notarized copy of your birth certificate. It is strongly advised, however, to enter with a valid passport since this is the usual method of entry. You will receive a tourist visa on the airplane which you will need to fill out before going through customs.

No, a passport is not needed, but will be accepted. If you do not have a passport, you will be required to show an original birth certificate with a legal photo ID plus the Tourist Card that will either be issued with your airline tickets, or by the airline upon your departure to Cancun. For minors traveling alone or with an adult, they must have the above IDs.

International travel requires a passport. Your Confirmation Packet contains details about required documents, if applicable for your particular trip. Guests from countries other than the United States should contact the closest consulate for the country to which they're planning to travel to determine if a visa is required for citizens of their country.

The continued expansion of West Nile virus in the United States indicates that it is permanently established in the Western Hemisphere.

The InterAmerican Development Bank's DataIntal (http://www.iadb.org/int) has bilateral trade, with a 3-to-4 year lag, (HS-6, SITC-5, and ISIC-4 commodities) for 29 countries, including the U.S. This site also contains macroeconomic data and semi-annual country economic assessments (http://www.iadb.org/regions/re123eng.htm).

of January, 2007 rules have changed and passports are now required for anyone traveling by air between Canada and the US. A birth certificate & drivers license are still acceptable alternatives for land and sea border crossings for 2007. Please see our Passport Information page for more details.

After January 23, 2007 everyone crossing the Canada-USA border by air is required to have a valid passport. This is not the case yet for entering by land crossing. When crossing the Canada-USA border by land or sea, Americans and Canadians can continue to use such documents as their birth certificates and drivers' licenses for at least another year, although Canada Customs likes to see a passport. All American visitors, including children, should possess identification (i.e.

Beginning January 8, 2007, the U.S. State Department will enforce new requirements for all air travel between the United States and it's neighboring countries. Visit the U.S. State Department website for up to date information.

Students planning to travel to Canada, Mexico, or adjacent islands other than Cuba may need a separate visa to visit that country. Contact the appropriate country's Consulate Office to set up an appointment and obtain the required forms. For example, one requirement to obtain a visa for Canada is that your I-20 has been signed within the last three months.

Several other nations have begun or will begin to issue e-passports. The Visa Waiver Program countries have already done so.

Since costs vary to all other Countries, is is best to E-Mail Abate Electronics for shipping costs to your Country. Also, there are some areas we can not deliver to.

The U.S. regulations call for a special relationship with Canada while Mexico will be treated like any other country. The similarity between the United States and Canada in their forest ecosystems, pest structures and quarantine procedures has led to this exception. Non-manufactured wood packaging originating in either country will not have to be marked or treated in accordance with the IPPC standard to flow freely across the border.

You must have a valid passport to enter all European countries. In many cases, country's immigration laws require your passport to be at least 6 months old and valid for 3 months after the date of entry. You should also bring two photocopies of your passport (the pages including your photo) in case you are unlucky enough to lose it. To be able to access a copy of your passport at all times, scan a copy of it and email it to yourself.

IMPORTANT! If you are a lone parent or will be traveling with your children but without your spouse, or you are under 18 years old traveling alone, special paperwork is required. bull; If you are a single parent, or if your spouse will not be traveling with you and your children for whatever reason, you must get a notarized letter from the absent parent, giving consent for the child or children to be traveling with one parent absent.

At this time a passport is not required for travel to Canada, but it is highly recommended. If traveling without a passport, you will need your original birth certificate and a state issued photo ID. http://www.passportinfo.com/faq.htm

Visas are not required for U.S. citizens entering Canada from the U.S. However as of December 31, 2006 passports will be required for all air and sea travel to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. As of December 31, 2007, passports will be required for all land border crossings, as well as air and sea travel. The passport is not required to get into Canada but it is required to prove your citizenship when returning to the US.

of January 23, 2007 a passport will be required for travel to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. of January 1, 2008 a passport will be required for travel to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. If you are arriving from another country, you may need a visa to legally enter Canada. Check online at www.cic.gc.ca to see your particular requirements.