POTD: Laredo Border Crossing

This crossing from the US into Mexico wasn’t too crowded the day we visited but returning from Mexico to the US can be a lengthier process. Remember, you can no longer just say that you are a US citizen upon your return; as of the end of January 2008, US citizens have to present documentation when walking or driving back into the US. Check the US State Department website for a list of acceptable documentation such as a driver’s license accompanied by a birth certificate. (Later you’ll need a passport or passport card to be able to return to the US, something you already need if you’re returning by air.)