Mexico Border Crossing GONE WRONG | Van Life Reality

Crossing into Mexico with a van and a dog should be straightforward… but for us, it almost wasn’t. We did our research. We read forums. We listened to advice online. And still, at the border... things didn’t go as planned. In this video, we take you with us as we cross from the U.S. into Mexico, walk through the immigration process, deal with missing documents, confusing advice, and learn the hard way what actually matters when you arrive at the border. If you’re planning to cross into Mexico with a van, an RV, or a dog — especially if you’re continuing beyond Baja — this is the video we wish we had watched first. This isn’t a guide. It’s a real border crossing, exactly as it happened. We did our van INSURANCE with them (affiliate link): https://www.bajabound.com/quote/?r=sa... What they actually asked us for at the border 👇 (Based on our personal experience) FMM (Mexican Tourist Visa): Passports + payment (you can pay by card) TIP (Vehicle Permit – for travel outside Baja): Vehicle registration Chasey (our dog): Nothing was checked Food / groceries: Nothing was checked ⚠️ Important: This was our experience on this specific day. Border procedures can change, so always do your own research before crossing into Mexico. 0:00 Intro 0:55 Getting Ready For Border X-ing 2:45 Things We Wanted To Buy Before 6:00 Arriving To The Border 6:24 How Not To Cross The Mexican Border 9:06 Our Experience Crossing The Border 11:42 Almost Turned Us Back 12:32 Parking To Get FMM & TIP 16:26 We Are In MEXICO! 18:22 Best Place To Eat In Tijuana 19:07 Visiting The Mexican-USA Border Join us on an unforgettable road trip adventure with our furry companion! This travel vlog series captures all the moments, from scenic drives to playful stops, truly showcasing the joys of a roadtrip with dog. Experience the authentic journey as we navigate life in our camper van, proving that traveling with dog makes every destination better. Love, Sarah & Dave. #CrossingIntoMexico #VanLifeMexico #MexicoBorder #VanLifeCouple #TravelWithADog #OverlandTravel #VanLifeJourney #BorderCrossing #LifeOnTheRoad