Mexico City

OPSEC & Personal Safety

As of October 12, 2026 5:31 PM ET

Personal security
Keep valuables out of sight, use hotel safes where available, travel in groups when possible and avoid isolated areas after dark.

Personal security
Keep valuables out of sight, use hotel safes where available, travel in groups when possible and avoid isolated areas after dark.
Transport
Use regulated taxi stands or app-based services (Uber/Cabify) from official pickup points; allow extra time for journeys when protests or severe weather are reported.
Health & emergencies
Carry a basic first-aid kit for minor injuries; note that emergency response times can be affected during major protests or severe weather—seek immediate care for burns or trauma.
Crowds & events
When attending festivals or large events, agree on a meeting point in case your party is separated, and monitor official channels for changes or early closures.

Protests & police operations
Avoid routes and areas with active demonstrations; if you encounter a protest, move to a safe location and follow official traffic or police instructions.
Recent reporting shows IMSS worker protests caused multiple road blockages and the SSC is analyzing videos of police interventions.
Local fire safety
Be mindful of evacuation routes in venues and avoid rear/kitchen areas; seek medical attention promptly for burns or smoke inhalation.
A kitchen gas flare in a Tlalpan restaurant resulted in evacuation and one injury, showing small venue incidents can require medical response.
Coastal travel & severe weather
If traveling to or through Pacific coastal states, confirm accommodation and transport options and follow any shelter/evacuation orders issued by authorities.
Authorities issued sheltering and evacuation messages for municipalities in Jalisco, Colima, Nayarit and Michoacán due to Hurricane Simon (category 4).