What foods can you not bring into Mexico?


What foods can you not bring into Mexico?

Bringing Food Into Mexico: Mexico Customs and Border Rules
  • Smoking tobacco.
  • Honey.
  • Dried, roasted, or preserved fruits and vegetables including coffee, herbs, and spices.
  • Dry cooked, packed, and bottled foods.
  • Smoked poultry such as chicken or turkey.


Do pills have to be in original bottles when flying to Mexico?

Keep medicines in their original, labeled containers. Ensure that they are clearly labeled with your full name, health care provider's name, generic and brand name, and exact dosage.


How strict is Mexican customs?

As a rule of thumb, you are allowed to bring into Mexico whatever you need for the time period you will be staying in Mexico. You are not allowed to bring food, fruits and/or products that are not “company” packed and sealed.


Can you take food in your suitcase to Mexico?

As a rule of thumb you are allowed to bring into Mexico whatever you need for the time period you will be staying in Mexico. You are not allowed to bring food, fruits and/or products that are not company packed and sealed.


Does food have to be in hand luggage?

Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.


Can I bring vitamins to Mexico?

So feel free to bring all of your personal supplements with you on your trip to Mexico. It is recommened that you keep your vitamins in their original packaging in order to not draw the curiosity of any Mexican authorities who may inspect your vehicle.


Can I bring my medication to Mexico?

The amount of medication you carry during the trip should not exceed the amount needed for your stay in Mexico. The medical prescription must be translated into Spanish. Medications must be placed in hand luggage, with their respective boxes and in transparent bags.


Does Mexico customs check luggage?

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.


Can I pack food in my checked?

Checked Bags: Yes Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.


Do they search your bags at the Mexican border?

Generally, customs officers may stop people at the border to determine whether they are admissible to the United States, and they may search people's belongings for contraband. This is true even if there is nothing suspicious about you or your luggage.


What needs to be declared at customs in Mexico?

If you enter or leave Mexico, you must declare any sum of money equaling US$10,000 or more that you bring in cash, checks, money orders, other cashable documents or a combination of them. Failing to declare carries a fine ranging from 20% to 40% of the exceeding amount.


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.