We have finally received official confirmation from the Mexican Government that Boat Permits are no longer required as of January 2008.

Prepaid FMT's and Fishing Licenses - Contact us at HQVDM for information on obtaining these documents at (800) 474-2252. These are current rates, which are subject to change without notice.

Mexican Insurance Online - Visitors to the Vagabundos site can now obtain online quotes (quick and detailed) for Mexican Insurance Policy information, as well as securely purchase and download any quoted policy they like. Vag Members can also utilize the same system to securely access their membership account online, and to purchase new policies or renew previous ones. Current Members can obtain a username and password from the system by clicking on the Member Login link on the homepage.

PREPAID FMT'S (VISITOR CARDS)

We have these available for members only. There will be short times the office will not have them available because the process requires that we submit a report and account for each and every numbered FMT for approval before Mexican Immigration will release another batch. Please allow two to three weeks for processing. The price is $23 plus a handling fee.

FMT's AT TECATE: it is easier to park on the U.S. side, walk across to Immigration in the building on your right and use the bank across the street. Again, Always ask for the maximum of 180 days.

FMT's AT TIJUANA: Stay in the far right lane under the sign “For Declaration Only”, park and walk to the Immigration office in the long building to the right. Obtain your FMT form there, fill it out and go to the nearby bank to pay for it. Then return to the Immigration office to have it validated. Always ask for the maximum of 180 days.

TRAVEL - DON'T DRIVE AT NIGHT. DON'T CAMP ALONE.
RIPOFFS
Police mordida in Tecate. Pemex stations in Ensenada on the east side of the highway leaving town and Santa Rosalia in town.

CURRENT ROAD REPORT

Check the the Baja Forums for the latest postings and info concerning road conditions.

1) Hiway 1 good.
2) L.A. Bay road excellent with new paving.
3) San Felipe-Puertecitos road paved and very smooth.
4) Watch for speed-reducer strips before topes, sharp curves and steep downgrades.

Dollar/Peso Exchange - Click for Current Daily Rate

Fuel - Magna Sin (87 octane) 6.7 pesos/liter, $2.35/gal: Premium (93 octane) 8.3 pesos/liter, $2.90/gal: Diesel 5.7 pesos/liter, $1.99/gal. At Catavina and L.A Bay Junction Magna Sin from barrels - 5 gal minimum. New gas station at L.A. Bay. Subject to change at any time.

Mainland Vehicle Fee - $30.00

Tolls - Tijuana-Ensenada 25 pesos per axle

Fishing Permits -