First 7 Days Checklist

Top Week-One Mistakes to Avoid in Mexico City

The most common and costly errors made by new arrivals in CDMX.

Action checklist

Complete these steps in order for the fastest, safest setup.

1Don't drink tap water — even brushing teeth with it causes digestive issues
2Don't hail a street taxi at night — use Uber or DiDi exclusively after dark
3Don't ignore earthquake preparedness — find your Punto de Reunión in week one
4Don't skip WhatsApp setup — you cannot communicate in CDMX without it

City context: Mexico City

These steps are tailored for newcomers in Mexico City. Costs, availability, and requirements may differ in other cities — switch the city selector above to switch context.

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First 7 Days Checklist

Top Week-One Mistakes to Avoid in Mexico City

The most common and costly errors made by new arrivals in CDMX.

Action checklist

Complete these steps in order for the fastest, safest setup.

1Don't drink tap water — even brushing teeth with it causes digestive issues
2Don't hail a street taxi at night — use Uber or DiDi exclusively after dark
3Don't ignore earthquake preparedness — find your Punto de Reunión in week one
4Don't skip WhatsApp setup — you cannot communicate in CDMX without it

City context: Mexico City

These steps are tailored for newcomers in Mexico City. Costs, availability, and requirements may differ in other cities — switch the city selector above to switch context.

Read what residents say about First 7 Days Checklist in Mexico City