by Julianne Morissette
Published 2 years ago
Updated 1 year ago
The minimum legal drinking age in Mexico is 18 years old. Mexico requires that young adults show photo identification, either a passport or driver's license, as proof of age when buying alcohol.
What country can you drink at 16?
Countries in which the drinking age is 16: Austria — 16 for wine and beer, 18 for spirits. Liechtenstein — 16 for beer and most drinks, 18 for spirits and alcopops/coolers. Lithuania — Though age to purchase is 20. Morocco — Non-Muslims only.
What age can a Mexican drink?
18The legal drinking age is 18. 5. Open alcohol containers in public are illegal in Mexico. You may face a fine or time in jail.
Do you get carded in Mexico?
18 is the legal drinking age in Mexico. The all-inclusive plans at the hotels operate on a colored wristband system. When you check in at your hotel, you'll be given a wristband to wear at all times that signifies you're of age, so you'll never be carded at your hotel.
Can a 17 year old drink in Cancun?
Can a 17 year old drink there? I just spoke to a resort manager about this and the official answer is "No". The resort can not subject themselves to potential lawsuites and is why they would not be able to give "Adult" access to the resort amenities to under age guests.
Can you drink at 15 in Mexico?
The minimum legal drinking age in Mexico is 18 years old. Mexico requires that young adults show photo identification, either a passport or driver's license, as proof of age when buying alcohol.
Can an 18 year old drink in Cancun?
The minimum legal drinking age in Cancun, Mexico is 18 years old. Mexico requires that you show a photo identification as proof of age when purchasing alcohol. It is not against the law to travel with alcohol in a vehicle in Mexico, driving while drunk is a criminal offense. Mexico's legal blood alcohol content is 0.8.
Do they ID you in Cancun?
While asking for ID's does happen, it is very rare. Drinking age in Mexico is 18 so you should be fine. Taking a copy of your drivers license is a good idea (we also take a copy of our passport) and you should leave your originals in the room safe.
Can an American drink in Mexico?
Travelers to Mexico are subject to the laws and regulations of the country. Because the legal drinking age in Mexico is 18, a U.S. citizen under 21 may be able to order alcoholic beverage.
Where is the youngest drinking age?
The youngest legal drinking age in the world is 15, with both Mali and the Central African Republic allowing folks to drink at that time. Seven countries do not have a government-mandated drinking age, while 11 countries ban the consumption of booze entirely.
Can you get a DUI in Mexico?
The sentence for DUI in Mexico includes a jail sentence of 20 hours to 36 hours and a fine of up to $2,500. For a first offense, points are assessed to the driver's license. For a second offense within a year, the driver's license is suspended for three years.
Is drunk driving legal in Mexico?
It is not against the law to travel with alcohol in a vehicle in Mexico, though driving while drunk is a criminal offense. You may be detained for up to 36 hours if you're caught driving while over the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit.
What is Japan's drinking age?
In Japan, the legal adult age is 20. Japanese law prohibits individuals under the age of 20 to drink alcohol or smoke. Regardless of age, you must not force anyone to drink or smoke as it may cause serious health and social consequences.
25 hours ago
· However, if you’re 16 or 17 and accompanied by an adult, you can drink (but not buy) beer, wine or cider with a meal. If you’re 16 or under, you may be able to go to a pub or premises that’s primarily used to sell alcohol if you’re accompanied by an adult.
32 hours ago
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1 hours ago
· One reason why many younger travelers opt for a party vacation in Puerto Vallarta is because the legal drinking age in Mexico is lower than most parts of Canada or the USA. The official drinking age in Puerto Vallarta is 18 years old, so you don’t need to wait until 21 to get into the hottest clubs in Mexico.
13 hours ago
· Keep in mind that the drinking age in Mexico is 18, and it is relatively easy to purchase alcohol almost anywhere on a 24/7 basis. Identification is rarely asked for, but you should always avoid purchasing alcohol for a minor. Police have been known to ask for identification of anyone who is drinking in public who looks underage.
11 hours ago
17 years ago. The legas age in Mexico is 18. Most all inclusive hotels will ask and/or check when you check in since that determines what kind of all inclusive band you get to wear on your wrist. The bartenders at that hotel then can identify you easily as being of legal age. Report inappropriate content.
35 hours ago
· Jean. I let my kids at 17 and 18 drink in extreme moderation and under our supervision in restaurants in Mexico if they want to. One thing to consider- drinking ages are set locally in Mexico and ...
20 hours ago
If you mean the club on the resort, chances are she will allowed in and probably served alcohol, but I have to agree with the other posters about it not being wise to let a 16 year old out in Cancun. I'm not a parent but as a 27yr old female, I actually found myself overwhelmed at times with the club scene in Cancun, regarldless of whether I was with a group or as a couple, and I …
27 hours ago
· NO, you cannot drink tap water in Mexico but you can drink iced beverages, coffee, or salad and fruits. Make sure you take a refillable water bottle with you and stay hydrated because drinking TAP water is not the only thing that can make you sick in Mexico. Dehydration due to lack of water and too much alcohol intake can also make us sick.
