Overview
- The pilots’ association said circular 9/2025 was an internal reminder for flight crews rather than a new AICM-wide directive.
- Airport sources reaffirmed that taking photos is allowed in common areas such as pre-security halls, counters, and waiting rooms.
- Photography remains prohibited in restricted zones, including security checkpoints, X-ray screening points, migration and customs facilities, aircraft ramps, baggage and cargo areas, and food-preparation spaces.
- Using phones or other communication devices in customs-restricted areas can result in fines of MXN 16,040 to 21,380 under Article 192 of the Customs Law.
- The clarification follows a social-media claim by comedian José Ramón San Cristóbal that security personnel made fans delete photos taken with him.