United StatesMexico: Visa-free

United StatesMexico

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Mexico?

Visa-free

No. United States passport holders do not need a visa to visit Mexico for tourism for stays of up to 6 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: inm.gob.mx (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay6 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance3,031 km, straight line (~4h 4m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Mexico111 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Mexico passport holders visiting United States: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Mexico?

No. United States passport holders do not need a visa to visit Mexico for tourism for stays of up to 6 months.

How long can United States citizens stay in Mexico without a visa?

Up to 6 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Mexico from United States?

About 3,031 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 4m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Mexico?

Mexican peso (MXN).

What is the emergency number in Mexico?

911.

What time zone is Mexico in?

Mexico City (UTC-6).

What is the nearest airport to Mexico City?

Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX), about 6 km away.

How many countries can enter Mexico without a visa?

111 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Mexico visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About United States

The United States of America (USA), also known as the United States (U.S.) or America, is a country primarily located in North America. It is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal capital district, Washington, D.C. The 48 contiguous states border Canada to the north and Mexico to the south, with the semi-exclave of Alaska in the northwest and the archipelago of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean. The United States also asserts sovereignty over five major island territories and various uninhabited islands in Oceania and the Caribbean. It is a megadiverse country, with the world's fourth-largest total area and third-largest population, exceeding 341 million.

CapitalWashington D.C.

RegionNorth America

Population341.8M

Area9,372,610 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+1

Drives on theright

TimezoneNew York (UTC-4)

Nearest airportRonald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 4 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites29

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$90,027 (2025)

Tourist arrivals45M (2020)

Climate in Washington D.C.

Warmest July, coolest December, driest March, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June.

Monthly climate normals for Washington D.C., 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	8.6°C	-0.2°C	72mm	188h
February	9.9°C	0.6°C	118mm	172h
March	15.5°C	4.7°C	71mm	223h
April	16.7°C	5.8°C	158mm	239h
May	20.9°C	11.1°C	92mm	304h
June	29°C	18.6°C	98mm	353h
July	32.7°C	22.5°C	168mm	383h
August	28.5°C	20.9°C	449mm	292h
September	24.3°C	15.4°C	173mm	255h
October	19.9°C	10.5°C	158mm	216h
November	15.8°C	6.3°C	194mm	229h
December	8°C	-0.3°C	146mm	196h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United States of America spans a continent and numerous islands: its diverse geography comprises vast uninhabited areas of natural beauty punctuated by cities ringed by sprawling suburbs. Its wide array of tourist destinations includes the skyscrapers of Manhattan and Chicago, the natural wonders of Yellowstone and Alaska, the canyonlands of the Southwest, the towering volcanoes and rugged coastlines of the Pacific Northwest, and the warm, sunny beaches of Florida, Hawaii, and Southern California.

Upcoming public holidays

November 11, 2026Veterans Day

November 26, 2026Thanksgiving Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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About Mexico

Mexico, officially the United Mexican States, is a country in North America. It is the northernmost country in Latin America, bordering the United States of America to the north and Guatemala and Belize to the southeast, while having maritime boundaries with the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Caribbean Sea to the southeast, and the Gulf of Mexico to the east. Mexico covers 1,972,550 km2, and is the thirteenth-largest country in the world by land area. With a population around 131 million as of 2025, Mexico is the tenth-most populous country in the world and is home to the largest number of native Spanish speakers. Mexico City is the capital and largest city in Mexico, which ranks among the most populous metropolitan areas in the world.

CapitalMexico City

RegionNorth America

Population131.9M

Area1,964,375 km²

CurrencyMexican peso (1 USD ≈ 18.38 MXN)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+52

Drives on theright

TimezoneMexico City (UTC-6)

Nearest airportMexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX), 6 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites44

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$13,889 (2025)

Tourist arrivals51.1M (2020)

Climate in Mexico City

Warmest April, coolest January, driest December, sunniest May. Best time to visit: March, April.

Monthly climate normals for Mexico City, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.2°C	7.3°C	8mm	320h
February	25.6°C	8.8°C	6mm	319h
March	28°C	11.5°C	8mm	355h
April	28.1°C	13.7°C	27mm	349h
May	27°C	12.7°C	36mm	387h
June	26.1°C	13.7°C	88mm	344h
July	24°C	13.4°C	146mm	349h
August	22.7°C	13.1°C	287mm	321h
September	21.8°C	13°C	251mm	288h
October	24.8°C	10.2°C	23mm	342h
November	24.1°C	9.5°C	6mm	313h
December	22.6°C	7.9°C	2mm	333h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Mexico is known for its cuisine, art, archaeology, history, pyramids, music, museums, haciendas, 9,600 km of shoreline, superb architecture, weather from snow-capped mountains in the Sierras to rainy jungles in the southeast and desert in the northwest, many golf courses and excellent fishing. Along with Chile, Colombia, and Peru, this once-poor nation is one of the Pacific Pumas, seeing significant economic growth and improved infrastructure during the 21st century.

Upcoming public holidays

November 16, 2026Día de la Revolución

December 25, 2026Navidad

January 1, 2027Año Nuevo

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