Do I need to carry my passport in Cabo?

Mexican immigration authorities could ask you to present both your passport and entry permit if applicable at any point and may detain you while they review your immigration status if you are not carrying your passport and proof of legal status in Mexico, or if you have overstayed your authorized stay.



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Therefore, it is essential to make sure you have your passport or another form of ID with you when entering Mexico. You will need it to enter back in the United States. Cabo is more than 20 miles from the US/Mexico border.

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A valid passport book is required to enter Mexico by air, and those attempting to enter at an airport with a U.S. passport card only may be denied admission.

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Your chances of being robbed or mugged in Cabo are actually miniscule. Any violent crime that does occur is usually related to drug trafficking. Not only that, but exit surveys reveal that tourists feel safe too when visiting Cabo. We've never felt unsafe in Cabo.

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We certainly recommend bringing cash with you to Mexico because many establishments run only accept cash. However, with that said, we don't expect you to come with enough cash to purchase everything, give tips, etc. And while many businesses only accept cash, many of them also accept cards (especially in Cabo).

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Before visiting Mexico it may be a good idea to exchange currency at your local bank as they may be able to provide you with the best Mexican Peso exchange rate. When you arrive at Cabo Airport you can also exchange money at each terminal Cash Exchange facility, Cambio.

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In most tourist areas in Mexico, it is acceptable to tip in either pesos or dollars, though pesos are more practical for the person being tipped. If you do tip in dollars, be sure to only tip using notes and not coins as coins cannot be exchanged.

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Should I Bring Pants to Cabo? Including a pair of long pants in your Cabo packing list won't hurt. While shorts are often the preferred outfit for tourists in Cabo, you also can't go wrong with a cute pair of pants in a match set or sleek trousers to wear to dinner.

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As you are planning to party a lot you will probably need a lot more peso's but 1300 peso's will help you get started to party. I would bring at least $1,000 US and exchange at a local Cambio as needed. I would be very careful of using a debit card.....a Credit Card may be a better option.

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Per Spanish laws, everyone (citizen or foreigner) in Spain must have identification documents when moving around the region. Thus, you should have your passport when leaving the hotel or rental to prove your identity.

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It is not recommended to drink unfiltered tap water in Cabo San Lucas. Just to be safe, ask for bottled water and be wary of drinks with ice cubes.

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You should definitely add a light jacket to your Cabo packing list. You'll want something lightweight but comfortable for windy excursions like whale-watching and parasailing when you're out on the water. Additionally, nights can get chilly, around 60°F, so you'll want something to keep you warm on those colder nights.

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Be Patient with Security Procedures The time you will spend waiting in line at customs will depend on your travel month. Peak season in Los Cabos is between December and April, so prepare to wait for 45 minutes to an hour. For off-peak seasons, you can breeze through customs in as little time as fifteen minutes.

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It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.

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While tipping may not be required at some all-inclusive resorts, many guests prefer to do so. In the event that you would like to tip staff during your all-inclusive vacation, it is important to find out in advance whether staff would even be allowed to accept those tips.

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