Requisitos de Entrada
¿Necesito visa para México?
La mayoría de las nacionalidades pueden entrar a México sin visa por hasta 180 días como turistas.
✓ Sin visa requerida — 180 días
Visa requerida
Nota
Requisitos sujetos a cambio. Verifica siempre con el consulado mexicano antes de viajar. Fuente: Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores México (gob.mx/sre)
Seguridad
Números de emergencia en México
911
General Emergency
Police, Fire, Ambulance — nationwide
078
Tourist Assistance Hotline
24/7 — English available
800 890 3300
Cruz Roja (Red Cross)
Medical emergency, nationwide
55 5080 2000
LOCATEL
Mexico City information line
Embajadas en Ciudad de México
| País | Teléfono |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | +52 55 5080 2000 |
| 🇬🇧 UK | +52 55 1670 3200 |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | +52 55 5724 7900 |
| 🇫🇷 France | +52 55 9171 9700 |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | +52 55 5283 2200 |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | +52 55 1101 2200 |
Seguridad
¿Es seguro México para turistas?
México recibe más de 47 millones de turistas al año — es uno de los países más visitados del mundo. Las zonas turísticas son generalmente seguras y millones de viajeros visitan el país cada año sin incidentes. Se aplican precauciones estándar de viaje: evita mostrar joyas costosas, usa Uber en lugar de taxis de calle y permanece en zonas iluminadas de noche.
Muy seguro para turistas
- ✓Cancún / Riviera Maya
- ✓Los Cabos
- ✓Oaxaca city
- ✓San Miguel de Allende
- ✓Mérida
- ✓CDMX tourist zones
Precaución normal
- —Guadalajara
- —Monterrey
- —Puerto Vallarta
- —Tijuana tourist areas
Verifique avisos oficiales
Some border regions and specific states require verification. Always check your government's official travel advisory before visiting any region.
Salud
Consejos de salud para México
Tap Water
Do NOT drink tap water anywhere in Mexico. Always buy bottled water (agua embotellada). This applies to brushing teeth too when sensitive.
Vaccinations
No mandatory vaccines required to enter Mexico. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are recommended. Consult your doctor 4–6 weeks before travel.
Travel Insurance
Strongly recommended. Public hospitals are free but can be slow. Private clinics (Médica Sur, Hospital Ángeles) are faster and excellent.
Medical Emergency
Call 911 or go to the nearest Hospital or Cruz Roja. In CDMX, Hospital Ángeles and Médica Sur are recommended for tourists.
Pharmacies
Farmacias del Ahorro and Farmacias Guadalajara are everywhere, many open 24 hours. Basic medications are cheap and widely available without a prescription.
Sun & Heat
Mexico is hot and sunny year-round. Use SPF 50+ sunscreen, stay hydrated and be cautious at altitude (Mexico City sits at 2,240m above sea level).
Dinero
El dinero en México
Mexican Peso (MXN)
1 USD ≈ 17–19 MXN · 1 EUR ≈ 18–21 MXN · 1 GBP ≈ 21–24 MXN
ATMs
Widely available. Use bank ATMs (BBVA, Santander, Banamex) to avoid high fees. Avoid ATMs inside convenience stores.
Credit Cards
Accepted in most restaurants, hotels and shops. Visa and Mastercard preferred. Amex less common outside tourist areas.
Cash
Always carry some cash for street food, markets, taxis and smaller businesses. Many places are cash-only.
Airport Exchange
Avoid currency exchange at airports — rates are poor. Use an ATM on arrival instead for the best rate.
Tipping
10–15% in restaurants is expected. Tip hotel staff (20–50 MXN/night), tour guides (50–100 MXN) and drivers.
Digital Payments
Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted in major cities. Oxxo convenience stores accept cash payments for everything.
Transporte
Cómo moverse por México
Uber
RecomendadoAvailable in all major cities. Safer and more reliable than street taxis. Always use Uber or DiDi over hailing cabs on the street.
ADO Buses
Mejor precioExcellent first-class intercity bus service. Connects all major tourist destinations with comfortable, air-conditioned coaches. Book at ado.com.mx.
Metro CDMX
5 MXNCheap, extensive network, safe during daytime. Avoid rush hours (7–9 AM, 6–8 PM). Download the official Metro CDMX app for navigation.
Domestic Flights
Volaris, Aeromexico and VivaAerobus connect all major cities. Book early for cheap fares. Flight time CDMX to Cancún: ~2.5h.
Street Taxis
PrecauciónOnly use licensed taxis (with taximeter) or taxis booked through hotel concierge. Avoid hailing taxis from the street, especially at night.
Apps
Apps esenciales para México
Uber
Safest way to get around in cities. Works in all major Mexican cities.
Google Maps
Works offline — download maps before you go. Essential for navigation.
Everyone in Mexico uses WhatsApp. Essential for contacting hotels, guides and locals.
ADO
Book intercity buses online. Best way to travel between cities.
Farmacias del Ahorro
Find the nearest 24h pharmacy. Delivery available in major cities.
XE Currency
Real-time peso exchange rates. Never get confused about conversions again.
Ask our AI guide anything about Mexico — destinations, food, transport and more.
Planificación
¿Cuándo visitar México?
Temporada Seca
December – April
Best weather nationwide. Clear skies, low humidity. Peak tourist season — book in advance. Ideal for beaches and city exploration.
Calor y Seco
May – June
Hot and dry. Fewer crowds and lower prices than peak season. Good time for cultural cities like Oaxaca and Guanajuato.
Temporada de Lluvias
July – September
Lush green landscapes but afternoon showers. Hurricane risk on Caribbean and Pacific coasts. Lower prices. Jungle and nature destinations at their best.
Temporada Baja
October – November
Excellent weather, fewer crowds, lower prices. Día de Muertos (Nov 1–2) — one of the world's great cultural experiences. Highly recommended.
Copa del Mundo 2026 — Junio / Julio 2026
Mexico hosts matches in Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey. Expect higher hotel prices and larger crowds in these cities. Book accommodation months in advance. Guía completa del Mundial →
Clima
Temporada de Lluvias y Huracanes — Qué esperar
El clima de México es muy regional. Entender la temporada de lluvias y el riesgo de huracanes te ayudará a planificar un viaje más seguro y agradable.
Temporada de Lluvias (Mayo – Octubre)
Afternoon showers, not all day
Rain typically falls between 2–6 PM for 1–2 hours. Mornings are usually sunny — plan outdoor activities in the morning.
Greener landscapes, fewer tourists
The rainy season makes Mexico's jungles and mountains lush. Prices drop and popular sites are less crowded.
Pack a light rain jacket
A compact waterproof jacket or poncho is all you need. Umbrellas are widely sold everywhere.
Cities are largely unaffected
In CDMX, Oaxaca and Guadalajara, rain rarely disrupts travel plans. The main risk is on coastal areas during hurricane season.
Temporada de lluvias por región
| Destino | Temporada de lluvia |
|---|---|
| Mexico City (CDMX) | May – October (afternoons) |
| Cancún / Riviera Maya | June – October |
| Oaxaca | May – September |
| Guadalajara | June – September |
| Los Cabos / Baja | August – September (brief) |
| Chiapas | May – October (heavy) |
| Yucatán | May – October |
Temporada de Huracanes (Junio – Noviembre)
Caribbean / Gulf Coast
Cancún, Cozumel, Tulum and Playa del Carmen can be affected by Atlantic hurricanes from June to November. Peak risk: August, September, October.
Pacific Coast
Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo and Acapulco have a hurricane season too, though less frequent than the Caribbean.
Los Cabos
Occasionally affected by Pacific hurricanes in September. Most years pass without major storms, but monitor forecasts.
Interior & Highlands
Mexico City, Oaxaca, Guanajuato and most inland destinations are not affected by hurricanes. Safe year-round.
Si viajas a zonas costeras durante la temporada de huracanes:
- ✓ Buy travel insurance that covers trip cancellation due to weather
- ✓ Monitor the National Hurricane Center (nhc.noaa.gov) during your trip
- ✓ Hotels in coastal areas have established evacuation protocols — follow their guidance
- ✓ Hurricanes are typically predictable days in advance — there is time to evacuate if necessary
Resumen mes a mes
Enero
Seco / Ideal
Febrero
Seco / Ideal
Marzo
Seco / Ideal
Abril
Seco / Ideal
Mayo
Inicio lluvias
Junio
Lluvias + inicio huracanes
Julio
Lluvias + huracanes
Agosto
Pico de huracanes
Septiembre
Mayor riesgo huracanes
Octubre
Lluvias + huracanes
Noviembre
Fin lluvias — Día de Muertos
Diciembre
Seco / Temporada alta
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