Travel to Mexico - What you need to know!!


Due to a significant security event following the death of a cartel leader on February 22, 2026, the security situation in Mexico is currently very dynamic . Multiple governments have issued urgent travel advisories. You should avoid all non-essential travel to the states listed below and follow shelter-in-place orders if you are currently in the affected areas .

The table below summarizes the current travel advisories from official sources like the U.S. State Department and Global Affairs Canada.

🚨 Areas to Avoid in Mexico Right Now

Risk Level / AdvisoryStates / Regions AffectedKey Details & Popular Tourist Locations
Level 4: Do Not TravelColima, Guerrero, Michoacán, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas, Zacatecas Highest risk due to crime and kidnapping. Includes Acapulco (Guerrero) and Mazatlán (Sinaloa) .
Level 3: Reconsider Travel / Avoid Non-Essential TravelBaja California, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Guanajuato, Jalisco, Sonora High violence/organized crime. Includes Tijuana (Baja California) and Guadalajara (Jalisco) .
Immediate Shelter-in-Place / Active DisruptionJalisco (incl. Puerto Vallarta), Nayarit, Quintana Roo, & more Active shelter orders. Roadblocks, flight cancellations. Includes Cancun, Playa del Carmen (Quintana Roo) .

💡 What This Means for Travelers

  • If you are in Mexico: If you are in any of the areas mentioned, particularly those with shelter-in-place orders, stay where you are, follow the instructions of local authorities, and monitor local news . Contact your airline for flight status updates as cancellations are widespread .

  • If you are planning to travel: The situation is changing by the hour. It is crucial to check for the latest updates from official sources like the U.S. State Department or Global Affairs Canada before making any plans .

Since the situation is evolving so rapidly, are you currently in Mexico and need information on a specific area, or are you planning a trip and want to know the status of a particular destination?

This response is AI-generated, for reference only.




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