The travel guidance comes ahead of the start of the World Cup Thursday, June 11

The US Embassy and Consulates in Mexico have issued new travel guidance urging Americans attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup to exercise increased caution, research their routes and check for prohibited items before crossing the border.

Mexico is the most common international tourist destination for American travelers, due in large part to its proximity to the United States, with more than 30 million Americans visiting the country every year,

The United States is losing its market share of international travelers despite a global increase in tourism, according to data from the World Travel & Tourism Council. North America was the slowest-growing tourism market in 2025, while the Asia-Pacific ...