Mexico travel details
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Mexico has a population of 122M with main currency as Mexican Peso. The languages spoken are Spanish. Mexico travel safety advice is Exercise a high degree of caution. Automatic teller machines (local name: cajero automático or caja permanente) are common in Mexico. Tipping is expected in Mexico since staff depend on tips to supplement their often minimum wages. Internet speed in Mexico is on average 5.9 Mbps.In Mexico you drive on the right side.
Mexico travel advice
⬤ Exercise a high degree of caution
We’ve reviewed our advice for Mexico and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution overall due to the threat of violent crime. If you're visiting for 180 days or less as a tourist, you'll receive a visa on arrival. Mexican authorities advise to avoid being detained or deported, you must complete an online Multiple Immigration Form (FMM) and obtain a QR code (see 'Travel').
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Mexico overall due to the threat of violent crime.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Issue Date : 5 Apr 2024
Mexico weather
Mexico essential details
Plugs
Mexico uses 127V, 60Hz with sockets and plugs Type A and Type B.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are Spanish
Money in Mexico
Currencies
Mexico uses the Mexican peso (symbol: $), code MXN.Banknotes come in denominations of 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 20 pesos. Peso is subdivided into 100 centavos. Coins come in denominations of 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 pesos and 50, 20, 10 and 5 centavos.
ATM
Automatic teller machines (local name: cajero automático or caja permanente) are common in Mexico. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Tipping
Expected to tip Tipping is expected in Mexico since staff depend on tips to supplement their often minimum wages. Receipts might sometimes include a service charge.
Internet in Mexico
Internet
Internet speed in Mexico is on average 5.9 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Mexico is moderate. It's relatively easy to find one when needed.
Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about 356.71 MXN, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: AT&T, Movistar or Telcel. Mexico uses GSM mobile networks GSM 1900. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Mexico upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Calling
To call Mexico, dial +, then 52 (the country code for Mexico), then the area code (without the initial 01) and the local number. For local calls within Mexico, start with the area code (with the initial 01). In the case above area code is 222 .
Mexico travel details
Driving in Mexico
Road rules
In Mexico you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 100-120 km/h (62-74 mph) on motorways, 100-120 km/h (62-74 mph) on expressways, 30-70 km/h (18-43 mph) in all built-up areas and 80-120 km/h (49-74 mph) on undivided highways.
Emergecy
Universal
112
Police
112
Ambulance
112
Fire department
112
Mexico map
Mexico visa advice
If you're considering exploring Mexico beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Mexico transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Mexico, understanding Mexico Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.