Mexico
Best Time
November to March (dry season, high season with best weather). Budget travelers: May-June and September-November (low season with great deals). July-August: cheap but hot.
Budget
USD 35–250 per day
Visa
Visa required for Chinese passport holders (unless holding a valid US visa, which allows visa-free entry for up to 180 days). Apply at Mexican embassy/consulate. Documents: passport, application form, photo, itinerary, employment/income proof. Processing: 5-10 business days. Fee: ~44 USD. Holders of valid US/Canada/Japan/UK/Schengen visa may enter visa-free.
Language
Spanish (official de facto language, 90%+ of population, no constitution-declared official language. Largest Spanish-speaking country globally - more speakers than any other country). English
Currency
Mexican Peso (MXN). Always pay in pesos when using cards to avoid dynamic currency conversion fees.
Climate
Varied climate by region and elevation: Dry season (Nov-Mar, cooler and pleasant, ideal for outdoor activities), Rainy season (May-Oct, afternoon showers common), Regional variation (coastal
Events & Festivals
Day of the Dead
Mexico's UNESCO-recognized Día de los Muertos is a vibrant two-day celebration honoring deceased loved ones with elaborate altars, marigold-strewn processions, and cemetery vigils on November 1st and 2nd. Far from mournful, the festival is a joyful reunion with ancestors featuring music, food offerings, and the iconic calavera face paintings.
Visa Requirements
| Passport | Visa Type | Max Stay | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BR | Visa Free | 180d | - |
| CA | Visa Free | 180d | - |
| CN | Visa Required | 30d | $36 |
| DE | Visa Free | 180d | - |
| FR | Visa Free | 180d | - |
| GB | Visa Free | 180d | - |
| IN | Visa Free | 180d | - |
| JP | Visa Free | 180d | - |
| KR | Visa Free | 90d | - |
| US | Visa Free | 180d | - |
| ZA | Visa Free | 180d | - |
Last verified: 2026-06-01
Current passport coverage: CN, US, JP, KR, GB, DE, FR, AU, CA, IN, BR, IT, ES, NL. More passports coming soon.
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