The U.S. Embassy in Mexico has issued a warning for American tourists traveling to the country during the World Cup. This international event is hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, running from June 11 to July 19.

According to FIFA, Mexico will host thirteen of the tournament’s games. Given the diverse safety risks across different Mexican regions, the U.S. State Department has provided individual travel advisories for each state. Travelers are advised to consult these advisories to ensure their safety.

Host Cities

Four games will be held at Estadio Monterrey in Monterrey, located in Nuevo León. Estadio Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Jalisco, will host another four games. Five games are scheduled for Mexico City Stadium in the capital. Though Mexico City is an autonomous region, it still falls under safety advisories.

Security Measures

Mexico’s government has committed nearly 100,000 troops to ensure security in these host cities. Mexico City and Nuevo León require travelers to exercise increased caution due to threats from terrorism and crime.

In Mexico City, tourists are cautioned about terrorism and crime. The area is under threat from terrorist groups, cartels, and gangs. Popular tourist areas are recommended, and extra caution is advised, particularly at night.

Risks in Nuevo León

Visitors to Nuevo León should remain aware of terrorism, crime, and kidnapping risks. Armed robberies and carjackings have occurred on highways 85/85D, 54, and 40/40D, suggesting travelers avoid these routes after dark. Caution is also advised for tourists driving from the U.S. border to Monterrey, especially through Coahuila or Tamaulipas.

Tamaulipas carries a ‘do not travel’ warning, the State Department’s most severe advisory.

Warnings for Jalisco

Visitors are urged to reconsider travel to Jalisco due to terrorism, crime, and kidnapping threats. Conflicts involving terrorist groups and cartels have endangered travelers in the past, leading to fatalities among bystanders. A clash in February 2026 resulting in the death of cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ led to over 70 deaths, including 25 National Guard members.

Jalisco also faces significant issues related to missing persons in the state.