Medical Insurance: Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. See Your Health Abroad for more information on overseas medical care. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information on types of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas.
See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage. We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation as well. If you plan to undergo surgery in Mexico, make sure that emergency medical facilities are available and medical providers are accredited and qualified.
Individuals seeking health care treatment should understand that medical systems operate differently from those in the United States and are not subject to the same rules and regulations. Anyone interested in traveling for medical purposes should consult with their local physician before traveling and visit the U.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information on medical tourism. In recent years, U. Legal options in case of malpractice are very limited in Mexico. There is a wide range in standards for education, safety, health, sanitation, immigration, and residency.
Staff licensing may not be strictly enforced or meet the standards of similar facilities in the United States. The State Department has received reports of abuse, negligence, or mismanagement at some of these facilities. Make sure you understand Mexican law, which can vary from state to state and is ambiguous in its treatment of non-Mexican or same-sex intending parents. Mexican courts, for example, may fail to enforce surrogacy agreements between non-Mexican or same-sex intending parents and gestational mothers.
Be aware that individuals who attempt to circumvent local law risk criminal prosecution. Mexican authorities have made arrests stemming from surrogacy cases. Pharmaceuticals: Exercise caution when purchasing medication overseas. Pharmaceuticals, both over the counter and requiring prescription in the United States, are often readily available for purchase with little controls.
Counterfeit medication is common in certain parts of Mexico and may prove to be ineffective, the wrong strength, or contain dangerous ingredients. Medication should be purchased in consultation with a medical professional and from reputable establishments. Customs and Border Protection and the Food and Drug Administration are responsible for rules governing the transport of medication back to the United States. Medication purchased abroad must meet their requirements to be legally brought back into the United States.
Medication should be for personal use and must be approved for usage in the United States. Please visit the U. For example, pseudoephedrine, the active ingredient in Sudafed, is considered a controlled substance in Mexico. For more information, contact the Embassy of Mexico in Washington, D. Adventure Travel: Visit our website and the U. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about adventure travel.
Altitude: Many cities in Mexico, such as Mexico City, are at high altitude, which can lead to altitude illness. Air Quality: Air pollution is a significant problem in several major cities in Mexico. Consider the impact seasonal smog and heavy particulate pollution may have on you and consult your doctor before traveling if necessary. Water Quality: In many areas in Mexico, tap water is not potable. Bottled water and beverages are safe, although you should be aware that many restaurants and hotels serve tap water unless bottled water is specifically requested.
Be aware that ice for drinks might be made using tap water. Vaccinations: Be up-to-date on all vaccinations recommended by the U. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Mexican law requires that only owners drive their vehicles or that the owner be inside the vehicle.
Failing to abide by this law may lead to impoundment and a fine equal to the value of the vehicle. Mexican citizens who are not also U. Mexican insurance is required for all vehicles, including rental vehicles. Drivers involved in accidents, even minor incidents, may be subject to arrest if they are found to be driving without proper insurance, regardless of whether they were at fault.
Driving under the influence of alcohol, using a mobile device while driving, and driving through a yellow light are all illegal in Mexico. If you drive your vehicle into Mexico beyond the immediate border area approximately 12 miles into Mexico , you must apply for a temporary vehicle import permit with Mexican customs, Banjercito, or at some Mexican consulates in the United States.
The permit requires the presentation of a valid passport and a monetary deposit that will be returned to you upon leaving Mexico before the expiration of the permit. Failing to apply for a temporary vehicle import permit may lead to impoundment and a fine equal to the value of the vehicle. Vehicles crossing into Mexico must have a valid license plate and registration sticker.
Mexican authorities will often refuse to admit vehicles with temporary or paper license plates. Vehicles with expired registration or unauthorized plates will likely be confiscated and the operator could be charged with a fine equal to the value of the vehicle.
Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of U. Consulate General Tijuana assists with the return of stolen U. Road Conditions and Safety: Avoid driving on Mexican highways at night. Travel with a charged and functional cell phone capable of making calls in Mexico. Do not hitchhike or accept rides from or offer rides to strangers anywhere in Mexico. Travelers encountering police or security checkpoints should comply with instructions.
Road conditions and maintenance across Mexico vary with many road surfaces needing repair. Travel in rural areas poses additional risks to include spotty cell phone coverage and delays in receiving roadside or medical assistance. Vehicular traffic in Mexico City is subject to restriction Monday through Saturday, according to the license plate number, in order to reduce air pollution.
For additional information, refer to the Hoy No Circula website Spanish only maintained by the Mexico City government. See our Road Safety Page for more information. Passengers should protect their personal possessions at all times as theft is common. Intercity bus travel should be conducted during daylight hours in preferably first-class buses using toll roads.
Application-based car services such as Uber and Cabify are available in many Mexican cities, and generally offer another safe alternative to taxis. Official complaints against Uber and other drivers do occur, however, and past disputes between these services and local taxi unions have occasionally turned violent, resulting in injuries to U. Aviation Safety Oversight: The U. Further information may be found on the FAA safety assessment page. Maritime Safety Oversight: The Mexican maritime industry, including charter fishing and recreational vessels, is subject solely to Mexican safety regulations.
Travelers should be aware that Mexican equipment and vessels may not meet U. Maritime Travel: If you enter by sea, review the Mexican boating permit requirements prior to travel or contact the Embassy of Mexico in Washington, D.
Mariners planning travel to Mexico should also check for U. Information is also available from the U. The CDC's latest guidance on international travel for vaccinated people can be found here. Subscribe to get up-to-date safety and security information and help us reach you in an emergency abroad.
Check passport expiration dates carefully for all travelers! Please contact the airline s you will be flying on to ensure that they let you board the plane as the United States does have a six months validity rule for passports that may apply. All individuals in this category are required to present their valid and unexpired Resident Card along with their passports. Both documents must be valid during your entire stay in Mexico. Please Note: Refer to the Mexican Customs web site for full details about customs allowances as these limits are subject to change with little or no notice.
Bringing prescription drugs to Mexico: You are allowed to bring prescription drugs into Mexico provided that you have the accompanying documentation which proves a medical need. The only exception is a firearm and ammunition used for hunting purposes; but you will need to apply for a special permit — contact your local Mexican Consulate.
Being in possession of lethal knives, firearms of all types, and even a single round of ammunition is a Federal crime in Mexico: caught in possession of a firearm can land you in very serious trouble—even if you have a license for it that was issued in your home country. These items will get heavily taxed or confiscated.
Drug smuggling: Every year, foreign nationals are arrested and convicted for drug smuggling in Mexico. You may be required to present documentary evidence for any powerful prescription drugs you need to carry on your person i.
Narcotic offenses use of, import, export, dealing are likely to land you in a Mexican prison for many years. If you are planning to do a lot of shopping in Mexico, you should check at the information desk at air port of departure in your home country for the latest duty-free allowances. The following items are are typical of duty-free allowances in many countries:.
If you are resident in Mexico be sure to complete a blank FMM available from all ports and attend the immigration desk at the airport or land border to show your residency card and get your FMM stamped before you leave the country. See also: Procedures for entering and leaving Mexico.
Read our article about seeking consular assistance in Mexico for further details. Directory of Mexican Consulates Abroad. Directory of Foreign Consulates in Mexico. Our free newsletter about Mexico brings you a monthly round-up of recently published stories and opportunities, as well as gems from our archives.
These things don't make headlines, but they are the real-life experiences of people visiting and living safely in Mexico. Do you need a visa to visit Mexico? This article explains who —and who does not— need to apply Mexico offers visitor permits for visits and short business trips lasting days or less to passport holders on Travel advisory about minors entering and leaving Mexico when they are traveling alone or without parents or a legal This article explains what you need to know about visas if you plan to undertake some volunteer work in Applicants must also a few security-related questions to submit the application.
It is valid for 3 years from the date of issue, or until the associated passport expires, whichever comes first. To visit Schengen countries for purposes of working or studying, or for longer consecutive periods than those permitted with ETIAS , citizens of Mexico will be required to apply for a visa from a government diplomatic office of the individual Schengen country they wish to visit.
This means that travelers no longer have to quarantine at a hotel on arrival. The United States of America has lifted travel restrictions for fully vaccinated passengers. Visitors can now enter the US from over 30 countries that were previously banned.
Borders reopen on November 8, , allowing unrestricted travel for individuals who have been fully vaccinated against COVID The US has maintained tight coronavirus travel restrictions throughout the. If the decision is taken, nationals of these states will be able to visit the USA visa-free. To enter the country without a visa, they will simply have to register with the.
Visitors from these nations have been prohibited from entering the US for much of the pandemic — many for as long as 21 months.
Starting from November 8, passengers who have been fully vaccinated against. This site uses cookies for web analytics. By browsing this site, you accept our Cookies Policy. I accept. Visa Requirements for Mexican Citizens Visa requirements for Mexican citizens are administrative entry restrictions set by the authorities of other countries for Mexican passport holders.
List of Visa Countries for Mexican Passport Holders in Travelers from Mexico who wish to visit any country not on the visa not required list for Mexicans are required to obtain a visa to do so. Electronic Travel Visa Authorization An Electronic Travel Visa Authorization system for Mexican nationals allows Mexican passport holders to obtain an eVisa electronic visa or travel authorization through an online application. Visa on Arrival A visa on arrival for Mexican passport holders is a type of travel document which can be obtained at the border entry checkpoints upon arrival in some countries.
Find below a complete list of the visa on arrival countries for Mexican nationals.
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