Over the last several weeks, we have been getting a lot of questions from friends, family, subscribers and readers (like you!) on our plans, whether we will be returning to the USA during the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) around the world, health insurance, and more. In this video, we try to answer many of these questions, but if you think of any more, click HERE and comment on YouTube!
Resources
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Specific Links:
You no longer need a pet health certificate to bring cats or dogs into Mexico by car/rv! This does not change any rules required by airlines if you fly into Mexico.
US Department of State “Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
March 31st 2020 Virtual Town Hall with the US Ambassador to Mexico (Facebook page) – Live Stream will be available on the Facebook Page at 3:30PM Mexico City time.
CDC Travel Recommendations by Country
Apple COVID-19 Questionaire and Recommendations for Testing
International Travel Links and Resources:
You no longer need a pet health certificate to bring cats or dogs into Mexico by car/rv! This does not change any rules required by airlines if you fly into Mexico.
Safetywing Travel, Political and Health Insurance (What we use ourselves worldwide!)– Prices start at $37/month for coverage with a $250 annual deductible. Pick any doctor outside your home country. Seriously.
Gasoapp iOS and Android– Think “Gasbuddy” style app, but created for Mexican gas stations by the Mexican government. Prices do vary greatly between stations here, and the app is free!
US Department of State Travel Advisories – Worldwide –
New (December 2019) Pet Regulations:
You no longer need a pet health certificate to bring cats or dogs into Mexico by car/rv! This does not change any rules required by airlines if you fly into Mexico.
USDA (English) summary of regulations
Mexico (Spanish) to show to anyone who requests a copy of a pet certificate – Hat tip to Qroo.us!
Process your FMM (tourist visa) in advance:
Have Discover Baja do it for you
Apply for FMM yourself
Facebook Groups:
RV Mexico Facebook Group
RVing In Mexico Facebook Group
US Department of State- Mexico Travel Advisory
