Can foreigners drink in Mexico?

Alcohol consumption laws The legal drinking age is 18 in Mexico, and while passengers of the requisite age aren't prohibited from drinking inside a vehicle, it's illegal to drink in the street, and visitors can be fined or jailed for public inebriation. Driving while drunk in Mexico is, of course, a criminal offense.



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Travelers have reported blacking out after drinking small and moderate amounts of alcohol — in some cases, one drink — and regaining consciousness to find they were robbed, assaulted, hospitalized and taken to jail. Many reported encountering unhelpful or hostile resort workers, hospital staffers and police officers.

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What's Included at an All-Inclusive Resort? Though it varies from hotel to hotel, typically rates at all-inclusive resorts include the room, all meals and snacks, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages (beer, wine, spirits, coffee, juice, soda, and water), and non-motorized water sports if it's along the beach.

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Much like in the U.S., in Mexico, it is customary to tip service workers in restaurants, hotels, and Ubers. The standard tip is 10% of the bill, but you can give more or less depending on the quality of service. Tipping is not required, but it is appreciated.

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Mexico has a high risk of violent crime, including murder, armed robbery, sexual assault and kidnapping. Don't travel at night outside major cities. Kidnapping and extortion are serious risks.

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Mexico requires that young adults show photo identification, either a passport or driver's license, as proof of age when buying alcohol. Be prepared to have your ID at most resorts, bars, restaurants, and nightclubs, even though most are not strict in their practice of checking.

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All citizens of the United States must present a valid passport when entering Mexican territory by any means of transportation. There are no exceptions for minors. Stays less than 72 hours within the border area, do not require an Official Entry Immigration Form (FMM).

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The following people also DO REQUIRE proper authorization or a letter of consent from their parents or legal guardians, if they are a minor (under 18 years of age) and are travelling alone or with a third party of legal age: Mexican nationals residing in Mexico.

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TOUR AND ACTIVITY GUIDES If you're on a tour with a lot of people (20-100 people), each person should leave a tip of at least $5 U.S. (90 pesos). If you're on a tour with very few people (e.g., four people in your family), the group should leave a tip that is equivalent to 15-20% of the cost of the tour.

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100 Pesos is equivalent to about $5 to $6. This sum may not seem like a big amount, but it can buy tourists one or two meals in Mexico. In the Mayan country, the cheapest cuisine is street food. Tacos can cost as much as 20 Pesos for a basket of four or five tacos.

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In Mexico, every bellboy, chauffeur/driver, or valet parking person expects a tip of 20-50 pesos. Bartenders, waitresses/waiters, and housekeeping staff expect a tip of 15% of your bill, and housekeepers should be tipped about 50 pesos (or more) per day.

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7 Drink Solutions and Low Glycemic Booze Ideas
  1. Enjoy water. ...
  2. Fresh Fruit Infusions. ...
  3. Go crazy for coconuts – for their water. ...
  4. Avoid the Sugary Mock-tails and slushy drinks at the resort. ...
  5. Avoid beer – see item 4 for belly swell concerns. ...
  6. Enjoy a glass of wine with dinner – yes a glass not the bottle.


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