Can I pack snacks in my checked luggage to Mexico?

Checked Bags: Yes Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.



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You are permitted to bring the following food items into Mexico
  • Shelled almonds.
  • Hazelnuts without shell.
  • Roasted coffee.
  • Pelleted cereals.
  • Spices (vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, mace, amoms, cardamoms, anise, coriander, fennel,
  • ginger, saffron, turmeric, thyme, bay leaves, curry, etc.)
  • Dried fruits (seedless)


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Bringing Food Into Mexico: Mexico Customs and Border Rules
  • Smoking tobacco.
  • Honey.
  • Dried, roasted, or preserved fruits and vegetables including coffee, herbs, and spices.
  • Dry cooked, packed, and bottled foods.
  • Smoked poultry such as chicken or turkey.


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Yes, you may pack food in your carry-on or checked bag, but remember all food must undergo x-ray screening. Foods that are liquids, gels, or aerosols must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule. TSA officers make the final decision on whether certain items are permitted into the secured areas of the airport.

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If you enter or leave Mexico, you must declare any sum of money equaling US$10,000 or more that you bring in cash, checks, money orders, other cashable documents or a combination of them. Failing to declare carries a fine ranging from 20% to 40% of the exceeding amount.

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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.

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Meat, seafood, vegetables and other non-liquid food items are permitted in both carry-on and checked bags. If the food is packed with ice or ice packs in a cooler or other container, the ice or ice packs must be completely frozen when brought through screening.

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You are allowed to bring enough medicine for the time period you will be in Mexico. If you are bringing an unusual quantity of medicine please bring a doctor's prescription just in case you need to prove the medicine is for your own consumption.

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It can be nice to have a some pesos when you first land, but ATMs are common and usually offer much better exchange rates than your bank. Avoid walk-up currency exchanges at all costs! It's a lot easier to pay for stuff in pesos rather than dollars, which are usually accepted at 10% below market rate.

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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.

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Foods you can't pack in your carry-on
Think: creamy cheeses, liquid chocolate, liquid coffee, creamy dips and spreads, gravy, honey, hummus, ice cream, jam, jelly, juice, syrup, peanut butter, salad dressing, sauce, salsa, soda, soup and yogurt.

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Here are 10 of the best foods to keep your stomach and TSA happy:
  • Trail Mix.
  • Beef Jerky.
  • Cheese & Crackers.
  • Veggies & Hummus (under 3.4 oz)
  • Sandwich (use individual packets of mayo or mustard)
  • Nuts.
  • Granola/Protein Bar.
  • Muffins/Baked Goods (no jelly, cream, or custard-filled donuts)


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Hot Tip: The 3-1-1 rule states that you can carry on items that are 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less in a 1-quart-sized bag. There is no limit to the amount of food you can bring on board, as long as it can fit in your carry-on luggage!

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After passing through immigration, you collect your bags and proceed to the exit. You will hand the form to the customs agent and press the button on what looks like a traffic light. A green light means “go” and red means “inspection” in which case, officials perform a quick inspection.

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Can I carry liquid in my carry-on baggage? Yes. Only liquids, gels and aerosols for cosmetic use or personal hygiene that are in individual containers with a capacity of less than 100 ml (3.4 oz) are permitted. These must be in a sealable plastic bag with a maximum capacity of 1 liter (35 oz.).

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