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México
Mexico uses Type A / Type B power outlets at 127V, 60Hz. The general emergency number is 911. Tap water is not safe to drink — stick to bottled water.
Last reviewed . Verify visa and entry rules with official authorities before travel.
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Mexico runs at 127V. Travelers from 220–240V regions (Europe, most of Asia) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
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Tap water is not recommended for drinking. Use bottled or filtered water.
Tipping is common in Mexico. Restaurants often receive 10-15% for good service, and small tips are normal for hotel staff, tour guides, gas station attendants and bag handlers. Keep small peso notes for daily situations.
November to April is the most comfortable dry season for many beach and city trips. Summer can be hot and rainy, while hurricane risk matters for Caribbean and Pacific coastal plans from late summer into autumn.
Visa rules depend on nationality, transit route and immigration status in other countries. Some visitors can enter visa-free for tourism, while others need a Mexican visa. Check current requirements with official Mexican consular guidance.
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No. Tap water in Mexico is not recommended for drinking. Use bottled or filtered water.
Mexico uses Type A, Type B plugs running at 127V, 60Hz. Mexico runs at 127V. Travelers from 220–240V regions (Europe, most of Asia) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
Dial 911 for general emergencies in Mexico. Police: 911. Ambulance: 911.
November to April is the most comfortable dry season for many beach and city trips. Summer can be hot and rainy, while hurricane risk matters for Caribbean and Pacific coastal plans from late summer into autumn.
In Mexico, traffic drives on the right side of the road, so the steering wheel is on the left.
The international dialing code for Mexico is +52. Dial this prefix after your exit code (e.g. 00 or +) to call a Mexico number from abroad.
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