Serious security incidents have been reported across the state of Jalisco, including in Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta, following a federal law-enforcement operation against organised crime. Authorities in Puerto Vallarta have issued a public advisory to shelter in place. There may be transport disruptions, including by air. Stay alert and follow the advice of the local authorities.

Security incidents have also been reported in other parts of Mexico, including Tamaulipas, Michoacan, Guerrero, and Nuevo Leon.

We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution in Mexico overall due to the threat of violent crime. We also continue to advise reconsider your need to travel to the states of Chihuahua, Sinaloa, Guanajuato, Sonora, Colima and Chiapas. There are lower levels within some of these locations. See our advice level summary for details.

We advise:

Exercise a high degree of caution in Mexico overall due to the threat of violent crime.

Higher levels apply in some areas.