Mexico Travel Advisory 2026

Current U.S. State Department advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level. Advisory as of May 28, 2026.

Official source: travel.state.gov

US vs UK: how the advice compares

🇺🇸 United States — travel.state.gov

Level 2· Exercise Increased Caution

Level 2 of 4 · as of May 28, 2026

🇬🇧 United Kingdom — FCDO (GOV.UK)

Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country

Last updated July 3, 2026 · gov.uk advice

Latest UK update note: “Updated information for fans travelling to the World Cup, including information for those attending the upcoming match between England and Mexico on 5 July 2026, altitude sickness and the risks from large crowds and mass gatherings (‘World Cup 2026’ page).”

See all countries where the two governments disagree on the US vs UK comparison page.

Advisory level timeline

May 28, 2026 — current
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Latest official advisory as captured in our snapshot.
No advisory level changes recorded for Mexico since we began tracking in July 2026. We log every future change here, with dates and official change notes.

Is Mexico safe? What the official advisory says

in Mexico due to terrorism, crime, and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

For Americans traveling to Mexico for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, follow the latest guidance from the U.S. Embassy in Mexico .

Many violent crimes take place in Mexico. They include homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, sexual assault, and robbery. There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Mexico. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.
The U.S. government has limited ability to help in many parts of Mexico, a large country in which conditions can vary widely from state to state and even within a state. U.S. government employees may not travel to certain high-risk areas, which may be within states that include low-risk areas.
Due to security risks, U.S. citizens should follow the same restrictions as U.S. government employees while traveling.
Emergency services are limited or unavailable in remote or rural areas.
If you encounter a road checkpoint, you should comply. Fleeing or ignoring instructions can lead to you being hurt or killed.
Check the maps of restricted areas .

U.S. government employee travel restrictions (U.S. citizens are strongly advised to follow):

May not travel between cities after dark.
Must rely on dispatched vehicles from regulated taxi stands or app-based services like Uber or Cabify and may not wave down taxis on the street.
Should avoid traveling alone, especially in remote areas.
May not drive between Mexican border cities and the interior of Mexico, with limited exceptions.

Condensed from the official State Department advisory of May 28, 2026 — read the full advisory before you travel.

Mexico is rated state by state →

The Level 2 headline hides big differences: six states are Level 4 (Do Not Travel) while Yucatán and Campeche are Level 1. See the full 32-state map and table.

Mexico travel advisory FAQ

What is the current travel advisory level for Mexico?

As of May 28, 2026, the U.S. State Department rates Mexico at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level.

What does Level 2 mean?

Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) — Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level.

When did the Mexico travel advisory last change?

The current advisory was published on May 28, 2026. No level changes have been recorded since we began tracking in July 2026 — this page will log every future change.

Does the UK government agree with the US advisory for Mexico?

The UK Foreign Office (FCDO) position: Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country (last updated July 3, 2026). The US and UK use different systems — the US assigns a 1–4 level, while the UK either advises against travel (entirely or in part) or issues no overall warning.