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What is the safest way from Mexico City airport?

Taxi into Mexico City from the Airport It's best to avoid unlicensed taxis. The journey time is around 20 minutes into the city center, and you can purchase your taxi ticket at the “Transporte Terrestre” kiosk. You then present the ticket to the driver when you enter the taxi. Your driver will know where to take you!



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You do not need to tip taxi drivers—unless it's an Uber Believe it or not, taxis are the one place you are not expected to tip in Mexico. If the taxi driver helps you with your bags, you can offer them a little something like 10 or 20 pesos. But if not, then the rate is the rate. The only exception would be with Uber.

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They also tend to avoid wearing shorts, flip-flops, or tank tops in public places, as they are considered too casual or inappropriate. Additionally, some religious sites and museums may have dress codes that require covering your shoulders and knees.

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RESTAURANT WAITERS/WAITRESSES You may choose to leave more for exceptional service, and less for poor service. If the service was good most people, at least in Mexico City, tend to give a 10% tip if the party was up to 5 persons. If the party was bigger, usually a 15% tip is given.

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The reason for the strict rules is that taxi and limo drivers must have city licenses or permits and pay fees for each pickup. Airports are one of their most profitable locations, and they've fought hard in many cities to keep Uber and Lyft out by staging protests and lobbying city and state officials.

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While Ubers are allowed to pick up at this airport, it may not be the best way for you to get to where you're going. If you're unfamiliar with Mexico City, are staying somewhere other than a well known hotel or hostel, or are arriving very late at night, it may be better for you to take an authorized taxi.

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Meet the CBP Officer
The officer will review your documents and ask you a few questions about the purpose of your travel to the U.S. If all is in order, the officer will admit you to the U.S. and will stamp your passport with: date and place of arrival. immigration status.

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