I am planning a trip to Mexico and I want to bring my mavic2pro with me.

stpatrick · Feb 18, 2020

I am planning a trip to Mexico, Play Del Carmen, I want to bring my mavic2pro with me. There is a lot of information saying drones are prohibited by foreign nationals. Is there any workaround for this restriction?

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The Editor · Feb 18, 2020

stpatrick said:
I am planning a trip to Mexico, Play Del Carmen, I want to bring my mavic2pro with me. There is a lot of information saying drones are prohibited by foreign nationals. Is there any workaround for this restriction?

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Thomas B · Feb 18, 2020

Answer may be in one of these threads, but I believe the legal answer is no foreigners flying drones.

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pelagic_one · Feb 19, 2020

The Mexican laws on drones seem to say that any drone over 250 grams must be registered, but only Mexican citizens may register the drone. Would this imply that the Mini would be okay to fly then, assuming adherence to guidelines?

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For the OP and his M2P, it’s probably best to simply leave it at home. Stop by Best Buy before your flight to pick up a Mini with Fly More combo.

E90RAW · Feb 19, 2020

stpatrick said:
I am planning a trip to Mexico, Play Del Carmen, I want to bring my mavic2pro with me. There is a lot of information saying drones are prohibited by foreign nationals. Is there any workaround for this restriction?

Drone Laws in Mexico | UAV Coach (2023)

Want to learn more about drone laws in Mexico? Check out our list of links and regulations for people flying drones in Mexico.

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I was in Playa dl Carmen 3 years ago and there were drones on the beach of the resort. Clearly all foreigners at the resort.

robertb · Feb 19, 2020

I traveled with a magazine photographer to Loreto (Baja California Sur) about a year ago. When he cleared customs, there was a delay because they had to calculate the import tax on his Mavic Air. I think they ended up charging him about $70. Don't ask to for the regulation or documentation on it. That is the way the system works in Mexico. He flew it around the town a bit and did not have any problems. He did get some wonderful photos though.

stpatrick · Feb 19, 2020

That money can be put towards getting the Mavic Mini(249g)...will solve the whole problem

mshmovie · Feb 19, 2020

I was in Cozumel and flew my Mavic Mini knowing it was under the 250 gram weight requiring residence and registration.

On the beach, another tourist was flying his M2P and wasn't bothered by anyone.

Safe bet, get a MM Fly More Combo. Likely a close second, they'll be delighted to leave a revenue generating tourist alone if you're flying your M2P in a considerate manner.

stpatrick · Feb 19, 2020

It’s that green/red customs check system they use in Cancun...there is a 50% chance of getting the red followed by addition hand searches of luggage and then trying to get addition revenue I. The form of import taxes

Thomas B · Feb 19, 2020

stpatrick said:
It’s that green/red customs check system they use in Cancun...there is a 50% chance of getting the red followed by addition hand searches of luggage and then trying to get addition revenue I. The form of import taxes

And after you’ve stood in the line for 45-60 minutes....

stpatrick · Feb 19, 2020

The system sucks now...takes all the fun out of bringing a drone to Mexico...Back in 2015 Mexico was very relaxed about drone use in its territory...Now going there will suck...if you have a drone over 250g[emoji6]