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Mexico

🇲🇽Mexico

North America· Updated 06/03/2026

Information

Capital

Mexico City

Population

134,400,000

Currency

Mexican Peso (MXN $)

Languages

Espagnol, Nahuatl, Maya

Continent

North America

Calling code

+52

Timezone

America/Mexico_City

Area

1,964,375 km²

Government

Federal presidential republic

National day

September 16 - Independence Day

Internet domain

.mx

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About

Mexico is a country in North America bordered by the United States to the north and Guatemala and Belize to the south. It has a rich pre-Columbian and colonial history, with a diverse population and dynamic economy. It is the 15th largest economy worldwide with key sectors like tourism, oil, and manufacturing.

Safety

Risk level :High risk level due to organized crime, disappearances, and human rights violations.

Risk areas

Northern and Pacific states (Sinaloa, Guerrero, Michoacán) - Drug cartels and violenceNorthern border - Cross-border crime

Crime(high)

  • Avoid non-essential travel in high-risk areas
  • Do not travel at night
  • Stay vigilant in tourist areas

Terrorism(low)

  • Low risk but increased vigilance in public places

Transport

  • Use official taxis or recognized apps
  • Avoid night buses

Natural risks(Earthquakes, hurricanes, and active volcanoes)

  • Follow seismic alerts
  • Prepare an emergency kit

Health(Unequal healthcare system, good private hospitals in Mexico City)

  • Recommended vaccines: Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Rabies
  • Only bottled water

Practical tips

  • Register with the travel registry
  • Copies of important documents
  • Comprehensive travel insurance

Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio city center400
1-bedroom apartment in city center550
1-bedroom apartment in suburb350
3-bedroom apartment in city center800
3-bedroom apartment in suburb600

Food

Inexpensive restaurant meal3
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant15
McDonald's menu5
Local beer (0.5L)1.5
Cappuccino1.5
Water (1.5L)0.5
Bread (500g)0.5
Milk (1L)0.8
Eggs (12)1.2
Chicken (1kg)3.5
Apples (1kg)2
Bananas (1kg)1

Transport

Public transport ticket0.25
Monthly transport subscription20
Taxi ride (start)1
Taxi (1km)0.5
Gasoline (1L)1.2

Leisure

Fitness membership (monthly)30
Tennis court (1h weekend)10
Cinema3
Theater15

Health

General practitioner consultation20
Dentist consultation30
Antibiotic medications5
Cold medications (6 days)10

Others

High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)25
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10
Public services for 85m² apartment50
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)30
Nike sports shoes60
International primary school (monthly)300

Practical information

Electricity

Voltage127V
Frequency60Hz
Plug typesType A, Type B

Emergency numbers

Police911
Ambulance911
Fire department911

Practical information

Driving side

Right

Tap water

unsafe

Tipping

10-15% at restaurants

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