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Americas · Destination guide

Mexico

Capital: Mexico City

CurrencyMXN$ MXN

LanguageSpanish

Drive on➡ Right

Plug typeType A/B · 127V

🛂Visa requirements

🇬🇧 UKVisa-free · 180d

🇺🇸 USVisa-free · 180d

🇦🇺 AUVisa-free · 180d

🇦🇪 UAEVisa-free · 180d

Check your specific passport on the visa checker

💳Money & payments

Cards: Cards accepted in hotels and restaurants in tourist areas. Cash preferred everywhere else. US Dollars accepted at many tourist businesses.

ATMs: BBVA, Santander, and Citibanamex ATMs reliable. Withdraw from ATMs inside banks or supermarkets — street ATMs have higher skimming risk.

Tipping

10–20% in restaurants. Hotel staff: MXN 20–50. Taxi: round up. Tips are an important part of income for service workers.

💬Language

Spanish

Good in tourist areas (Mexico City, Cancún, Los Cabos). Limited elsewhere.

Useful phrases

·Gracias — Thank you
·La cuenta, por favor — The bill, please
·¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much does it cost?
·¿Habla inglés? — Do you speak English?

🔌Electricity & plugs

Voltage127V

Plug typeType A/B (same as USA — two flat pins)

127V — close enough to 120V that US devices work fine. Devices from 230V countries need a voltage converter.

🤝Local customs & etiquette

1.Mexicans are warm and hospitable — engage with locals and you will be welcomed.
2.Meal times are later: lunch 14:00–16:00, dinner 21:00+. The midday comida is the main meal.
3.Never rush a meal — eating is a social event and taking your time is expected.
4.Altitude: Mexico City is at 2,285m — take it easy for the first day if coming from sea level.
5.Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos, Nov 1–2) is a joyful family celebration — if visiting during this period, engage respectfully.

📶SIM cards & connectivity

eSIM supportedGet an eSIM for Mexico

Local SIM: Telcel has the best coverage nationwide. AT&T Mexico and Movistar are alternatives. SIMs at OXXO convenience stores and airports.

WiFi: Good in hotels and major cafés in cities. OXXO convenience stores have free WiFi.

🛡️Safety

Mexico City's tourist areas (Roma, Condesa, Polanco, Centro) are generally safe. Avoid using your phone visibly on the street. Check current travel advisories for specific states.

💉Health

Do not drink tap water. Bottled water everywhere. Montezuma's Revenge (stomach illness) — eat at busy, reputable places. Hepatitis A vaccination recommended.

🚨Emergency numbers

police

911

tourist police

078

🚗Driving

Traffic side➡ Drive on the right

LicenceForeign licence accepted. Mexico City driving is challenging — Uber is highly recommended.

🚆 Getting to the circuit in Mexico

Train, shuttle, and race day transport guide

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Explore Mexico

Itineraries in Mexico Events in Mexico Visa checker

💳Money & payments

Cards: Cards accepted in hotels and restaurants in tourist areas. Cash preferred everywhere else. US Dollars accepted at many tourist businesses.

ATMs: BBVA, Santander, and Citibanamex ATMs reliable. Withdraw from ATMs inside banks or supermarkets — street ATMs have higher skimming risk.

Tipping

10–20% in restaurants. Hotel staff: MXN 20–50. Taxi: round up. Tips are an important part of income for service workers.

🤝Local customs & etiquette

1.Mexicans are warm and hospitable — engage with locals and you will be welcomed.

2.Meal times are later: lunch 14:00–16:00, dinner 21:00+. The midday comida is the main meal.

3.Never rush a meal — eating is a social event and taking your time is expected.

4.Altitude: Mexico City is at 2,285m — take it easy for the first day if coming from sea level.

5.Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos, Nov 1–2) is a joyful family celebration — if visiting during this period, engage respectfully.