Q&A

When is it safe to travel to Mexico again?

When is it safe to travel to Mexico again?

But this year is going to be different, very different. Amid the Covid-19 pandemic, many are asking the same question of when it will be safe to visit Mexico again? There is no definitive answer to that question but there are signs that will tell us it’s time to pack our swim trunks and escape to sunny Mexico.

Are there travel restrictions for US government employees in Mexico?

Violent crime and unpredictable gang activity are common in parts of Nuevo Leon state. There are no restrictions on travel for U.S. government employees. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas. Oaxaca state – Exercise Increased Caution. Exercise increased caution due to crime. U.S. government employees may not travel to:

How do I request time off for vacation?

The request should be submitted to the employer and a decision approving or rejecting the request should be administered as soon as possible. Approval will be dependent on the employer’s policies and procedures in regards to time off requests unless otherwise stated in an employment agreement.

What should you know before traveling to Mexico?

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, occurs in Mexico. Be aware of your surroundings at all times, even in areas normally considered safe. Ensure that your belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times. Avoid showing signs of affluence, such as flashy jewelry.

How often do you have to take vacation in Mexico?

Employees who have provided one year of service must be afforded a minimum of six paid vacation days in their first year of employment. You will add two more working days to that vacation time every following year through the fourth year. After five years, employers are required to add two days of vacation time every five years.

When to put in a vacation time request?

Some organizations may require a certain number of days, weeks or months when putting in a vacation time request. For time off around popular vacation times—such as over the summer or during the winter holidays—provide your employer with even more notice.

When do you get paid for time off in Mexico?

On top of that time off, federal labor law requires companies to pay a bonus, known as aguinaldo or the thirteenth salary, of a minimum of 15 days of pay at the employee’s typical daily rate (except for the first year, which is prorated). The payment must be made by December 20 but can be made in installments.

How is a vacation premium calculated in Mexico?

Ley Federal Del Trabajo.7 The vacation “premium,” or prima, is calculated as a minimum of 25 percent of the salary added to the daily pay rate for those vacation days. This cash benefit is intended for employees to use on their vacation, although it can be paid out either at the time of vacation or after a year of service.