1.
Do I need a Visa to enter Mexico?
Mexico Visa Policy permits citizens of the countries listed
below to travel to Mexico without a visa. (FMTTV):
Andorra,
Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Costa
Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Island, Israel,
Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxemburg,
Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
San Marino, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Uruguay, USA, Venezuela.
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2. What can I use as proof of citizenship to re-enter US?
FOR USA CITIZENS ONLY:
Beginning January 23, 2007, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens,
traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico,
Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will
be required to present a valid passport, Air NEXUS card, or
U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document, or an Alien Registration
Card, Form I-551, if applicable.
As early as January 1, 2008, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens,
traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and
South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including
ferries), may be required to present a valid passport or other
documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security.
While recent legislative changes permit a later deadline,
the Departments of State and Homeland Security are working
to meet all requirements as soon as possible. Ample advance
notice will be provided to enable the public to obtain passports
or passport cards for land/sea entries. [
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3. What can I expect at Cancun Airport?
Upon arrival at the Cancun airport, you will pass through
immigration and present the Mexican immigration agent with
your tourist card and your passport with raised seal. You
will then claim your luggage and proceed through Customs to
declare any goods. You will press a button on a light resembling
a traffic signal. A green light means that your bags will
pass through without inspection, a red light means that your
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passing customs, please keep walking to the outside of the
airport building and disregards all people trying to sell
transportation and time share. IVI Destination Management
staff will welcome you outside with a large Welcome Sign.
Uniforms of your IVI staff: white slacks, turquoise shirts….and
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4. Is it safe to walk around the town at night?
Yes, definitely. The tourist police here are friendly and
very helpful. Use your common sense, and be careful, leave
your fancy jewelry at home! After dark, stay on the main streets;
do not wander on the beaches late at night. Never flash large
amounts of money. [
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5. Are the beaches safe?
Yes, however, remember the only places you will find lifeguards
are in front of a few of the major hotels. Be careful and
buddy up, swim with a friend, always! Tell other people where
you are going to swim and your expected return time. [
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6.
What will the weather be like in January (or any other month)?
Cancun has a tropical humid climate. The average maximum and
minimum temperatures are:
From January to March: 20° a 30° C (68° a 86°
F)
From April to June: 22° a 32° C (71° a 89°
F)
From July to September: 24° a 33° C (75° a 91°
F)
From October to December: 20° a 31° C (68° a 87°
F)
Remember, this is the Caribbean and nobody can predict the
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7. Can I drink the water?
The water here is treated and purified, but the distribution
system is not so perfect. In most hotels and restaurants,
you will get purified water, if in doubt, ask for bottled
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8. Can we get married in Cancun?
Most definitely, Cancun is a very romantic location for a
wedding, many foreigners get married here. As in every Country,
there are legal requirements and procedures you need to comply
with. If you want to get married, check out our Wedding Planner
section, there you will find professional assistance! [
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9. How does the Monetary System works?
Currency:
The official coin is the Mexican Peso, but American Dollars
are accepted in most places. The exchange rate with respect
to the American Dollar fluctuates daily.
Banks:
Banks open Monday to Friday, usually from 8:00 am to 4:00
pm. Some branches open on Saturdays and many of them have
ATMs within Supermarket premises.
Money
Exchange:
The majority of Money Exchanges open from 10:00 AM to 1:00
PM.. There are Money Exchanges in various areas of the Hotel
Zone open after these hours and 'til late into the night.
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10.
Is there an embassy or even a consulate from my Country?
The following
consulates are located in Cancun:
Belgium: 8922512
Belize: 8878417
Canada: 8833360
Finland: 8841557
Germany: 8841898
Great Britain: 8810100
Italy: 8841261
Spain: 8489900
Sweden: 8497144
Switzerland: 8848446
The Neatherlands: 8860134
United States: 8830272
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