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Mexico Invites World Cup Visitors, Promises Special Tourist Protections

The pledge comes as officials tout rising visitor numbers during scrutiny over a high disappearance count.

Overview

  • President Claudia Sheinbaum told visitors they can come to Mexico safely for the 2026 World Cup.
  • She said the government will deploy special protection actions for tourists during the tournament, without giving details.
  • Federal tourism data cited by officials show a 10% rise in international visitors in January 2026 compared with a year earlier.
  • Officials said 8.6% of international tourists stayed one day, reflecting cruise passengers who are counted as visitors.
  • She delivered the tourism message as authorities reported 130,178 people officially listed as missing, underscoring the security backdrop.