What kind of food can I take with me from the United States to Mexico without customs interference?
I am considering doing some prospecting in Mexico. I plan to arrive in Morelia, Michoacán, and stay at a hotel called Hotel El Carmen Calle Eduardo Ruiz 63 Centro Historico. I called to find out if they had room service, but they told me they didn't.
I am also totally blind and hard-of-hearing, go I would need plenty of assistance. Fortunately, although I was born here, my family speaks Spanish, so I am fluent in that tongue. In case I'm not satisfied with the Mexican cuisine, what kind of foods or snacks can I take with me from the United States without setting off any flags at the Mexican customs area?
Best Answer
The site https://www.gob.mx/viajasinplagas has a list of foods that are and are not allowed (in Spanish or English). Notably, all homemade and handmade foods are forbidden, as well as fresh meats and cheeses.
(Incidentally, while researching this, I also found that it is forbidden to bring Garbage Pail Kids cards into Mexico!)
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What food items are prohibited to bring into Mexico?
Bringing Food Into Mexico: Mexico Customs and Border Rules- Smoking tobacco.
- Honey.
- Dried, roasted, or preserved fruits and vegetables including coffee, herbs, and spices.
- Dry cooked, packed, and bottled foods.
- Smoked poultry such as chicken or turkey.
Can you bring food in your carry on to Mexico?
As a rule of thumb you are allowed to bring into Mexico whatever you need for the time period you will be staying in Mexico. You are not allowed to bring food, fruits and/or products that are not "company" packed and sealed.What food can cross the US Mexico border?
When entering the United States from Mexico or Canada, travelers may bring bakery items and some types of cheese across the border without worrying about being inspected. Other items that are generally accepted include packaged coffee, tea, condiments and spices, among others.Can I cross the border to Mexico with food?
You may be able to bring in food such as fruits, meats or other agricultural products depending on the region or country from which you are traveling. You must declare all food products. Failure to declare food products can result in up to $10,000 in fines and penalties.How to Illegally Cross the Mexico-US Border
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