Mexico (MX)
Mexico is one of the world's most important expat destinations, especially for US and Canadian retirees, remote workers, entrepreneurs, families and lifestyle migrants.
Capital: Mexico City
Region: Americas
Language: Spanish
Currency: MXN (MX$)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 38)
Emergency: 911
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
911
Police
911
Fire Brigade
911
Ambulance
911 / Cruz Roja local number
Poison Control
Call 911 or nearest hospital emergency department
Mental Health
Call 911 for immediate danger; local crisis and private hospital lines vary by state
Domestic Violence
911 for immediate danger; state and municipal women's institutes/helplines vary
Road Assistance
Angeles Verdes 078 for highway tourist assistance; insurer roadside assistance for vehicles
Private hospital emergency departments and farmacia-adjacent clinics
911 emergency; hospital direct line for private care
Major cities and expat hubs have 24/7 private emergency departments; many pharmacies have low-cost adjacent consultorios for minor issues.
Emergency departments 24/7; clinics/pharmacy consultorios often daytime and evening.
How to call emergency services in Mexico
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