MEXICO
Overseas travel to Mexico with a special and free-spirited plan that suits me

Things to consider when traveling to Mexico.

Climate and best season

• January
• February
• March
• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October
• November
• December

Average temperature and precipitation in Mexico City, Mexico

Source: Japan Meteorological Agency website, 2017 data (http://www.data.jma.go.jp/gmd/cpd/monitor/)

Cash, cards and currency exchange

Cash payments are still deeply rooted. Besides cash, prepaid or debit cards are common in Mexico. Some places accept cards, but many only accept 'VISA' or 'Mastercard'.
・Carrying about 30 USD per day in cash might provide peace of mind while traveling.
・Since direct exchange from Japanese Yen to Mexican Peso is not possible, exchange to USD first before converting.

Tips

When paying by card, you select or input the tip percentage. When paying in cash, it's common to leave the tip on the table.
・Dining costs: around 10-15%
・Street stalls, markets, and eateries called Comida Corrida: tipping is not mandatory

Public Safety

In some areas, the danger level is quite high. Be sure to check the latest information issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Please be cautious of pickpockets and theft, and refrain from walking alone at night.

Clothing

・To reduce the risk of crime, avoid exposure.

Things you should bring with you

Stomach medicine, cold medicine, mobile battery, insect repellent items, sun protection items, etc.

Visa availability and arrangements

・No visa required in the following cases
★If you hold Japanese nationality
1) Tourism, business (excluding remunerated activities), transit, diplomatic or official purposes within 180 days
2) Passport must be valid until return with at least one unused visa page
3) Submission of FMM (FORMA MIGRATORIA MULTIPLE) is required upon entry. FMM can be obtained on the plane for air travel or at the entry point for land travel
★If you are a permanent resident of Japan, the USA, Canada, the UK, or Schengen Agreement countries
1) Tourism, business (excluding remunerated activities), transit, lectures, conferences, sports, or event participation without remuneration within 180 days
2) Passport must be valid until return with at least one unused visa page
3) Submission of FMM (FORMA MIGRATORIA MULTIPLE) is required upon entry. FMM can be obtained on the plane for air travel or at the entry point for land travel
4) Presentation of a 'Permanent Resident' or 'Special Permanent Resident' stamp (seal) or certificate in the passport (or re-entry permit) is required upon entry
★If you hold a US visa

If Japanese nationals not covered above plan to stay for more than 180 days or engage in remunerated activities even for a short period within 180 days, a visa must be obtained in advance.
Visas can be obtained at the Embassy of the United Mexican States in Tokyo. Biometric registration (fingerprints and photo) is required at the time of application, so only personal applications are accepted (proxy receipt is possible).

Required vaccinations

There are no mandatory vaccinations for entry, but tetanus, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and typhoid vaccinations are recommended for both adults and children.
Additionally, rabies vaccination is recommended for 'long-term residents,' 'children,' 'those planning outdoor activities,' 'those frequently in contact with animals,' and 'those traveling to areas where rabies vaccination is difficult after an animal injury.'