Travel advice for Mexico.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Mexico.

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Import local currency unlimited; USD 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared
Import foreign currency unlimited; must be declared
Export local currency up to USD 10'000.00 (equivalent)
Export foreign currency limited to amounts imported and declared (minus exchange)

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

6-8 h / - 7-9 h during our summer time

Capital

Ciudad de México

National language

Official language

Spanish

Language capabilities

English

Voltage

110/120 volt / adapter required

Opening hours

Banks

8.30/9.00 - 17.00 h (Mon - Fri)

Stores

9.00 - 20.00 h (Mon - Sat)

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 180 days.
Mandatory tourist card issued by the airline.
The tourists cards given with the entry are essential to leave the country.

Health situation
  • Do not drink tap water.

  • Mosquito protection advised.

  • Risk of dengue fever.

  • Minimum risk of malaria.

  • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Driving
  • Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 1 year previously, varies by rental company.

  • International driver's licence recommended.

  • CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.

  • Blood alcohol limit: 0.8 ‰.

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Mexico DF, Torre Optima, piso 11, Paseo de las Palmas Nr. 405, Lomas de Chapultepec
Tel. +52 55 91 78 43 70

Other information

This country is in an active earthquake zone.

Security

  • Exercise utmost caution and ask a local or local authorities about the current situation.

  • Observe elementary safety precautions.

  • Relatively high crime rate, especially in the cities.

  • Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.

  • Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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