Safety in Mexico

Safety in Mexico is a common concern for expats and travelers alike. Expats in urban areas may want to employ private home security, whereas those in retirement communities and resort areas are considerably safer.

Expats in Mexico are also often concerned about police and military checkpoints along highways, although the government is usually careful not to perturb foreigners.

In order to keep the tourists who visit from around the world safe while visiting Riviera Maya, the cities are carefully patrolled by federal, state, and local police forces.