February 23, 2026 - Recommended travel deferral due to deterioration in security conditions
Effective February 23, 2026- International Operations recommends against all travel to Mexico due to an ongoing deterioration in security conditions stemming from criminal activity. Criminal organizations have engaged in attacks against security forces and blocked roads in several states, including near major tourist destinations such as Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, and elsewhere, in retaliation for the killing of a major drug cartel leader by Mexican security forces on February 22.
Contact International Operations at internationaltravel@umaryland.edu if you have questions or concerns.
