Border Crossing Stations

Visitors to the northern part of Baja California do not need passports or tourist cards if staying in the country for 72 hours or less. If you plan to stay longer or travel beyond Ensenada, you'll need to obtain a tourist card. This document is free of charge; proof of U.S. citizenship is required.

• San Ysidro Station: (619) 639-7100 (open 24 hours)
• Otay Mesa Station: (619) 661-3249 (6AM-10PM)
• Tecate Station: (619) 478-5545 (6AM-Midnight)

Important Phone Numbers

When calling Mexico from the United States, dial the international code and country code, 011-52, then the 2 digit city code ( ) and 6 digit local phone number.

• Medical Emergency: 91 (800) 633-42
• Mexican Consulate: (619) 231-8414
• Mexican Government Tourism Office: (310) 203-8191
• Mexican Ministry of Tourism: (800) 482-9832
• Within Mexico: 91 (800) 903-92
• San Ysidro Border Station Tourist Information: (619) 428-6200

4570 Camino de la Plaza San Ysidro, CA 92173
The San Ysidro parking facility houses an information center for Tijuana/Baja California bound travelers and also serves as a Tijuana shuttle terminal.