According to the Department of Homeland Security, essential travel through land ports of entry and ferry terminals includes, but is not limited to:

• U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents returning to the United States;
• Individuals traveling for medical purposes (e.g., to receive medical treatment in the United States);
• Individuals traveling to attend educational institutions;
• Individuals traveling to work in the United States (e.g., individuals working in the farming or agriculture industry who must travel between the United States and Mexico in furtherance of such work);
• Individuals traveling for emergency response and public health purposes (e.g., government officials or emergency responders entering the United States to support Federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial government efforts to respond to COVID-19 or other emergencies);
• Individuals engaged in lawful cross-border trade (e.g., truck drivers supporting the movement of cargo between the United States and Mexico);
• Individuals engaged in official government travel or diplomatic travel;
• Members of the U.S. Armed Forces, and the spouses and children of members of the U.S. Armed Forces, returning to the United States; and
• Individuals engaged in military-related travel or operations.

Tijuana

On March 26th, the mayor of Tijuana signed the Emergency Declaration of Sanitary Risks in which the city outlined steps to take in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. All residents are encouraged to stay home and to avoid going out in public. Essential businesses are open, which include: hospitals, pharmacies, medical clinics, financial services, markets, supermarkets, restaurants (take-out or delivery only), among others.

Rosarito

Inspection points have been set up in the entrances to Playas de Rosarito to ensure drivers are obeying the stay at home order. If they are found to be out for non-essential reasons, they are being directed to return home. The inspection points are in Ejido Plan Libertador, Popotla and the corredor 2000.

All beaches are closed in Playas de Rosarito and are being patrolled by authorities to ensure the closures are being respected.

Ensenada

On April 20th, the municipal government of Ensenada announced their initiative “Vamos Juntos” in which the city outlined measures to be taken in order to try to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

As one of the measures, Ensenada’s mayor announced the city would block access in order to protect its citizens. Checkpoints have been set up across the city verifying that people have a reason to be entering. The only permissible reasons to enter Ensenada are for emergencies, medical appointments, transportation to essential workplaces, and to supply food and medicine.

People entering Ensenada may be asked to provide proof of domicile, such as a utility bill. The checkpoints are are set up in the following areas: El Sauzal de Rodríguez, Real del Castillo (Ojos Negros), Punta Colonet and San Quintín, as well as in la Ruta del Vino.

A curfew from 9:00 pm to 6:00 am has also been implemented.

The measures were initially going to last until April 30th, however, they have been extended through the month of June.

Mexicali Municipality

Mexicali is following the guidelines set forth by the state and Mexican Federal Government.

On June 1st the following sectors may open: construction and mining as well as federal, state and municipal offices. It is still recommended to stay at home if possible. Only two people are allowed per vehicle, the passenger must ride in the backseat.

Loreto

Loreto has begun its reopening plan. Private and public construction may resume as well as indispensable businesses for its operation. Municipal offices will also reopen. All other non-essential activities must continue to socially distance until at least June 15th.

La Paz Municipality

As of June 1st, only construction and mining operations are allowed to resume, as well as indispensable businesses for its operation. All other non-essential activities are prohibited until June, 15th.

Los Cabos

Los Cabos is following the guidelines set forth by the Mexican Federal Government and Baja California Sur State Government.