Moderate riskAmericas · Central AmericaMexico Travel Health Guide
Moderate risk
Mexico carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists in certain areas of Mexico. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Moderate risk
Malaria
Present
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Ensure all routine vaccinations are up to date before travel
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before travel
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine recommended for all travelers 1 year and older. Infants 6-11 months should also be vaccinated
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60+ may consider vaccination
Measles
Measles cases rising worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas
Chikungunya
Chikungunya vaccine may be considered for extended stays of 6 months or longer due to elevated risk in Mexico
Rabies
Rabies pre-exposure vaccination may be considered based on planned activities and access to medical care. Rabies vaccines are typically available throughout Mexico
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended and not required for entry to Mexico
Disease risks
Malaria
Malaria risk exists in certain areas of Mexico. Prophylaxis recommended for Campeche, Chiapas, and southern Chihuahua. Low risk in Oaxaca, Sinaloa, Sonora, and Tabasco where only mosquito precautions are needed. No risk along US-Mexico border.
Altitude Sickness
Cities >2,000m (e.g., Mexico City 2,250m); lower threshold but risk for some; hydrate well.
Traveler's Diarrhea
Rural Chiapas, Oaxaca; low risk in Mexico City, Cancún.
Malaria risk
Malaria is present in this destination. Prophylaxis medication is recommended.
Malaria risk exists in certain areas of Mexico. Prophylaxis recommended for Campeche, Chiapas, and southern Chihuahua. Low risk in Oaxaca, Sinaloa, Sonora, and Tabasco where only mosquito precautions are needed. No risk along US-Mexico border.
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Tourist Police
078
U.S. Embassy
+52-55-5080-2000
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.