Travel Advisory

Mexico - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise increased caution in Mexico due to crime. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Violent crime, such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery, is widespread.

The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in many areas of Mexico as U.S. government employees are prohibited from travel to these areas.

U.S. government employees are prohibited from intercity travel after dark in many areas of Mexico. U.S. government employees are also not permitted to drive from the U.S.-Mexico border to or from the interior parts of Mexico with the exception of daytime travel on Highway 15 between Nogales and Hermosillo.

Do not travel to:

• Colima state due to crime.
  
• Guerrero state due to crime.
  
• Michoacán state due to crime.
  
• Sinaloa state due to crime.
  
• Tamaulipas state due to crime.
  

If you decide to travel to Mexico:

• Use toll roads when possible and avoid driving at night.
  
  
• Exercise increased caution when visiting local bars, nightclubs, and casinos.
  
  
• Do not display signs of wealth, such as wearing expensive watches or jewelry.
  
  
• Be extra vigilant when visiting banks or ATMs.
  
  
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive
  Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
  
  
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
  
  
• Review the Crime and Safety Reports for Mexico.
  
  
• U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.