Canada Updates Travel Advisory for Mexico, Citing Safety Concerns in Multiple States
Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada has revised its travel advisory for Mexico, warning citizens about increased risks in several states due to ongoing criminal activity. The updated alert, released today, urges Canadians to exercise caution when traveling throughout the country and specifically identifies regions where violence poses a critically important threat.
The advisory comes as several Mexican states experience heightened levels of armed clashes, roadblocks, and other criminal acts. While major tourist destinations generally maintain increased security,Canadian officials emphasize that violence can erupt unexpectedly anywhere. This update impacts travel plans for Canadians and underscores the need for vigilance while visiting Mexico, especially in areas outside well-established resort zones.
Here’s a breakdown of the states and regions currently under heightened advisory:
* Colima: The entire state is subject to a “avoid non-essential travel” warning.
* Guerrero: All areas, excluding the resort city of Acapulco, are flagged with the same advisory.
* Jalisco: Areas within less than 50 km of the border with Michoacán are of particular concern.
* Michoacán: All areas are under advisory, with the exception of morelia and Pátzcuaro.
* Morelos: Specifically, the Lagunas de Zempoala National Park.
* Nayarit: Regions within 20 km of the borders with sinaloa and Durango.
* Nuevo León: All areas except Monterrey.
* Sinaloa: The state is largely under advisory, excluding the city of los Mochis and delimited tourist areas of Mazatlán (Historic Center, Golden Zone and Playa Delfines).
* Sonora: Advisory applies to all areas except Hermosillo, Guaymas/San Carlos and Puerto Peñasco.
* Tamaulipas: All areas except Tampico.
* Zacatecas: All areas except the city of Zacatecas.
The Canadian government recommends travelers avoid displaying wealth, refrain from nighttime travel, utilize secure transportation options, and remain informed through local news sources and official notifications. In the event of an emergency, Canadians are advised to contact local authorities or the nearest Canadian consulate.
For comprehensive details and the latest updates,refer to the official travel advisory website: https://voyage.gc.ca/destinations/mexique.
