Mexico City

OPSEC & Personal Safety

As of March 31, 2026 8:40 AM ET

Transport
Use regulated taxi stands or app-based services (Uber/Cabify) for pick-ups; avoid hailing taxis on the street, especially at night.

Transport
Use regulated taxi stands or app-based services (Uber/Cabify) for pick-ups; avoid hailing taxis on the street, especially at night.
Situational awareness
Avoid crowds, protests and cordoned emergency scenes; monitor local news and follow instructions from authorities.
Travel preparation
Enroll in your government travel registration program (e.g., STEP), carry digital copies of documents, and purchase travel insurance covering medical evacuation.
Weather readiness
Carry waterproof clothing and a protective bag for electronics; expect delays during thunderstorms.

Emergency scenes
If you are near a reported explosion or structural incident, move away to a safe distance, comply with emergency personnel, and avoid re-entering buildings until cleared.
Multiple local news reports describe recent explosions in Narvarte and ongoing emergency response; damaged structures present direct hazards.
Crowds & transport
Avoid planned or spontaneous demonstrations and the immediate surroundings of large stadium events; if you must travel, check route closures and use alternate corridors.
Recent ride-hailing driver protests caused blockages on Paseo de la Reforma and authorities are enacting large-event mobility plans ahead of World Cup matches.