What can I bring into Mexico by air?


What can I bring into Mexico by air?

Carrying goods to Mexico
  • Items for personal use, such as clothing and footwear.
  • 2 cameras.
  • 3 mobile phones.
  • 1 laptop computer.
  • Medical supplies for personal use (a medical prescription is required if these contain narcotic substances)


What can I bring in my checked bag to Mexico?

Two cameras or camcorders and camera gear; three cellphones or other wireless devices; one GPS; one electronic organizer; one laptop, notebook, omnibook or other portable computing device; one portable copier or printer; one CD burner and one portable overhead projector and its accessories.


When you fly into Mexico do they check your bags?

After passing through immigration, you collect your bags and proceed to the exit. You will hand the form to the customs agent and press the button on what looks like a traffic light. A green light means go and red means inspection in which case, officials perform a quick inspection.


Does Cancun Customs check bags?

Cancun Customs After passing through immigration, you collect your bags and proceed to the exit. You will hand the form to the customs agent and press the button on what looks like a traffic light. A green light means “go” and red means “inspection” in which case, officials perform a quick inspection.


Does Mexico customs check your bag?

All your luggage including carry-ons will go through a scanner. Once you give your customs form (one per family) to the agent you'll be asked to press a button. A green light means go on ahead and if you get the red light the agents give your bags a more thorough inspection which usually take a couple minutes.


What can I not put in check in luggage?

Items you shouldn't pack in your checked luggage
  • Prescription medications.
  • Passports and travel documents.
  • Electronics, such as video game systems and computers.
  • Cameras (camera film, including Polaroid film, should be hand-checked by TSA agents so it doesn't go through the X-ray machine)
  • Jewelry and other valuable items.


Do airports check everything in your bag?

Checked Bags Scanning Process They're loaded on a conveyor belt and scanned under an x-ray to see what contents are inside. If there are any suspicious items within, the airport security might go through your luggage and search for the suspicious item.


Why is toothpaste not allowed on airplanes?

Toothpaste is considered a liquid by the TSA (Transport Security Agency), even though it's technically a paste. In fact, all pastes, gels, waxes, and lotions are also classified as liquids. And even today, these substances are still restricted by the 3-1-1 rule in hand luggage due to safety threats.


Do you have to declare prescription drugs at customs in Mexico?

At the point of entry into Mexico, you must report to the customs authorities and present the medical prescription issued by the competent authority. Said document must bear the name of the doctor who authorizes the prescription, his/her signature, contact details (telephone, address) and professional registration.


Do you have to declare food items at customs?

All travelers entering the United States are REQUIRED to DECLARE meats, fruits, vegetables, plants, seeds, soil, animals, as well as plant and animal products (including soup or soup products) they may be carrying. The declaration must cover all items carried in checked baggage, carry-on luggage, or in a vehicle.


Do I have to declare bags at customs?

All travelers must complete a CBP Declaration Form 6059B itemizing all purchased merchandise and agricultural products. Here are your options: Complete a paper form that may be obtained at the port of entry or on the flight or cruise.


Do you have to declare food in checked luggage?

Yes, you may pack food in your carry-on or checked bag, but remember all food must undergo x-ray screening. Foods that are liquids, gels, or aerosols must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule. TSA officers make the final decision on whether certain items are permitted into the secured areas of the airport.