Passport question for Coz/Mexico

[simskiscuba]

Just noticed that our 15 y/o sons passport expires on Sept. 5 2012. He, I and mom are flying in to Coz on Aug. 24 and departing Aug. 31 2012.
Anybody foresee any issues?
I know some countries officially need a 6 month overlap to issue a visa (not usually strictly enforced but I'll bet they would frown on 5 days). Have looked at the mexico and usa websites and not seen a necessity but wondering if anybody has experience that would suggest I should start hustling my butt off (would be a tremendous inconvenience) to renew his passport before we go.

 

[Ron Lee]

Reportedly some airlines enforce the rumored six month issue. It will be more of a hassle if you are denied boarding. Personally I would renew the passport now.

This option may help:

http://travel.state.gov/passport/npic/schedule/schedule_852.html

 

[diverokc]

You might try trip advisor coz forum i remember this discussed in detail. just put in search box

 

[deborahdelamar]

Mexico requires a valid passport for entry -- as long as it's not expired, it's OK. US Border Protection would also let your son re-enter on an expiring passport. The airline agent who checks you in for your flight from the USA may be a major headache since some airlines require no less than 6-mo validity. If possible, email your airline so you have an answer in writing -- if the short term is OK, you can print proof to show at check in. You should also call the airline right now since you may need to express renew.

 

[simskiscuba]

Thanks for the replies. Spent the morning checking with USA and Mexico Consulates. They say "no problem".
United Air said same thing. Expedited passport would end up costing about 300$ so I'm gonna skip it and renew when we get home.
Liked the suggestion about e-mailing United for an answer in writing. Will do that and check Tripadvisor.
I've gotta get out of here and get to the office!

 

[Jax]

Have fun, Sim!!!

 

[simskiscuba]

Thanx Jax! I love Coz!

 

[Ron Lee]

Reportedly Delta enforces a six month passport validity.

 

[simskiscuba]

Reportedly Delta enforces a six month passport validity.

Good to know, thanks. We'll be on United.

 

[cduffey]

I just sent my husband's passport for renewal. It expires in September. We flew Delta into Cozumel in late May/early June -- a little over 3 months till expiration -- and nobody said a word.