Special Notes to Travelers

Because of the terrorist acts of September 11, 2001 there has been an increased urgency to create a comprehensive entry and exit system into the United States (U.S.), as well as security measures for all forms of mass travel within the U.S. and between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Please visit one or more of the web-pages listed below for important information about traveling to and from the U.S., and within the borders of the U.S. and its territories.

For travel within the United States, please visit the Travel Security Administration (TSA) website for rules and guidelines:

General starting point

Frequently Asked Questions

For travel across international borders to and from the United States, please visit the U.S. Customs website for rules and regulations:

ID and Entry for Foreign Nationals

Basic Requirements and Frequently Asked Questions

U.S. Customs and General Home Page

Travel Alerts and Importation of certain goods

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