Overview

• Tourism secretary Josefina Rodríguez said there is no insecurity for visitors to Mexico and described travelers as protected and welcomed.
• An August U.S. State Department advisory urged citizens to avoid or reconsider travel to 30 of Mexico’s 32 states, citing risks including homicides, kidnappings and terrorist violence.
• Government figures for January–June 2025 show 47.4 million international visitors, up 13.8% year over year, including 7.36 million U.S.-resident air arrivals, up 2.4%.
• Mexico detailed its role as FITUR 2026 guest country with an 800‑person delegation, representation from all 32 states and a 1,780‑square‑meter pavilion billed as the largest in the Americas.
• Rodríguez said there is daily contact with President Donald Trump’s administration and promoted community and sustainable tourism alongside Mexico’s 2026 World Cup host cities.