Health advice for Mexico
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Do I Need Vaccines for Mexico?
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Mexico.
The WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Mexico:
Does Mexico Have COVID-19 Travel Restrictions?
The limits on entry are not officially in effect for Mexico. However, all passengers from countries with active cases of COVID-19 will be screened. Any passenger with signs will be quarantined.
A completed "Cuestionario de identificación de factores de riesgo en viajeros" must be completed and submitted upon arrival at the immigration office.
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Mexico.
The WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Mexico:
| Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Mexico | ||
| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
| Hepatitis A | Food & Water | For most travelers suggested |
| Hepatitis B | Blood & Body Fluids | Accelerated schedule available |
| Typhoid | Food & Water | The shot lasts for 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years and must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses should be stored in the refrigerator. |
| Cholera | Food & Water | While rare in Mexico, there is cholera. Travelers should follow food and water precautions and consider vaccination. |
| Rabies | Saliva of Infected Animals | High-risk country. Vaccine approved for long-term visitors and others who might come into contact with animals. |
| Routine Vaccinations for Mexico | ||
| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
| Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) | Various Vectors | Provided to someone who was unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. Recommended one-time adult booster. |
| TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) | Wounds & Airborne | Just one adult pertussis booster is required. |
| Chickenpox | Direct Contact & Airborne | Given those unvaccinated who did not have chickenpox. |
| Shingles | Direct Contact | Vaccine will also be provided if you have shingles. |
| Pneumonia | Airborne | Two vaccinations prescribed independently. Both 65+ or immunocompromised people should receive both. |
| Influenza | Airborne | Vaccine components change annually. |
| Meningitis | Airborne & Direct Contact | Provided to everyone who is unvaccinated or at an elevated risk, particularly students. |
| Polio | Food & Water | Considered compulsory vaccine for most of the travel itineraries. Recommended single adult booster. |
- Travelers' diarrhea is a concern for travelers to all destinations. Take care by eating only from reputable establishments.
- Malaria is a concern in areas of Mexico. Speak to a travel health professional about your itinerary and the possible need for antimalarials.
- Mexico is a country afflicted by the Zika virus. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should stop traveling to Mexico. Take special care, including insect repellents and mosquito nets.
- Dengue is another mosquito-borne disease found in different parts of Mexico. Take the same care as you would for Zika against this virus.
Does Mexico Have COVID-19 Travel Restrictions?
The limits on entry are not officially in effect for Mexico. However, all passengers from countries with active cases of COVID-19 will be screened. Any passenger with signs will be quarantined.
A completed "Cuestionario de identificación de factores de riesgo en viajeros" must be completed and submitted upon arrival at the immigration office.
