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Reconsider Travel Risk: High
Travel Alert — Cartel Violence in Northern Border States
SUMMARY: Escalating cartel violence in Tamaulipas, Sinaloa, and Chihuahua states. Multiple shootouts reported on highways. Avoid all non-essential travel to northern border states. Tourist areas of Cancun and Mexico City remain largely unaffected.

HIGH-RISK AREAS

  • Tamaulipas – Do not travel
  • Sinaloa – Do not travel
  • Chihuahua (outside Chihuahua city) – Reconsider travel
  • Guerrero (outside Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo) – Reconsider travel
  • Highway travel between cities in these states is extremely dangerous

TRAVELLER ACTIONS

  • Avoid all non-essential travel to northern border states
  • Use toll highways (autopistas) rather than free roads
  • Do not drive at night outside major cities
  • Use ATMs inside banks or shopping centres only
  • Keep a low profile and do not display wealth
Risk Level HIGH

Stay Safe, Stay Informed

TravelSmart Safety Intelligence

Updated: 14 January 2026

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