One More Thing to Add to Your Do Not Pack or Take on Shore List When Cruising!
Are you sailing to any Port in Mexico? Be aware as of January 17, 2026, a new law went into effect! This new law bans a common item that many cruisers take with them.
Vape Pens and E-Cigarettes are now on the prohibited list for bring ashore in Mexico. If you are found with even one of these devices, you may be find up to $12.500 or up to 8 years in a Mexican prison. It does not matter if is a nicotine, non-nicotine, medical or non-medical cannabis or other narcotics. The devices and refills are forbidden. You may not bring one for personal use, even for non-narcotic usage.
Please be aware and be careful when going ashore in a foreign country that you are required to know and follow their laws. Ignorance of the law does not get you a free pass. It is NOT worth the risk!! It does not matter if you drive, walk, fly or cruise into Mexico this law applies to every form of transportation.
