New Secure Flight Regulations for Flights to and from the US by Aeromexico

For Aeromexico (Mexico) passengers are the most important assets on the plane. That is why taking enough care of them to ensure a safe and comfortable trip is a priority. For that reason, following the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), Aeromexico (Mexico) has implemented the new compulsory regulations for air travelers to and from the United States of America.

The new requirements establish that air travelers to and from North and South America, the Caribbean, Bermuda and all adjacent islands must  present a valid passport or other accepted document which establishes the passenger’s identity and nationality in order to enter or re-enter the United States.

·         Travelers from the United States must submit a valid US passport; a Nexus Card and a US Government issued Transportation Letter. The Nexus Card will be valid only at the appointed Nexus locations. Certain exceptions may apply:

-          US citizen military personnel on duty possessing an official travel order and a valid military ID.

-          US citizen merchant mariners possessing a US Merchant Mariner Card that ensures US citizenship.

·         US residents must submit a valid Passport; a Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551); a Temporary Resident Stamp (in the passport or on the Form I-94); a Reentry Permit (Form I-327) and a Refugee Travel Document (Form I-571). Certain exceptions may apply:

-          Alien members of the US Armed Forces possessing official orders and military identification card.

·         Visitors must present a valid passport although certain exceptions may apply:

-          Emergency Travel Document: This special document may have the form of an original passport booklet or a single document on foreign consulate letterhead. It is issued either by a foreign Embassy or Consulate specifically for the purpose of travelling to the bearer’s country of origin. It generally has a maximum validity of a year and states a limited number of entries.

Please, to avoid inconveniencies when boarding your plane, take into account that the following documentation is NOT considered valid to enter into or leave the United States by air:

-          National Identity Cards.

-           Certificates of Naturalization.

-          Certificates of Citizenship.

-          Other civil identity or vital statistics documents.

The New Secure Flight Regulations for Flights to and from the US by Aeromexico, in compliance with the Transportation Security Administration of the United States, requires that passengers making reservations for flights to and from the US present the following mandatory information at least four days prior to their flight: full passenger’s name as it appears on the passport, gender and date of birth. Failure or denial to provide this information may result in denial of authority to enter the boarding area or denial of transport.

Also, by order of the Department of Homeland security Transportation passengers flying to or from the US may carry with them: liquids gels and aerosols in containers of up to 3oz/90ml: prescription or non-prescription medication; baby formula/milk and baby food in clear plastic, re-sealable quart-size zip-top bags. If the above mentioned items are not properly packaged they must undergo screening at the security check-point.

Aeromexico (Mexico) wants to ensure that you enjoy a comfortable and safe flight, and that your boarding experience is quick and simple. For that reason, please remember to have all the mandatory documentation and to pack the above mentioned items in the required packaging to avoid delays and inconveniences at the Airport. Thanks for reading and have a nice flight!

Cecilia Vittori