Mexico
Volunteer opportunities in Mexico
Our humanitarian missions are not currently available in this destination. Here is a selection of programmes that may interest you.
No programme open at the moment
Mexico is a country in southern North America with tropical landscapes, palm trees, white sand, and turquoise water. You can easily be charmed by Mexican culture while immersed in the life of local communities and their environment. Discover a cuisine listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage! Mexico is also home to Chichen Itzá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World as well.
Mexico is committed to environmental conservation, and has 67 national parks. The country also boasts diverse wildlife, including the jaguar, monarch butterfly, Mexican axolotl and green sea turtle. This is due to the wide variety of ecosystems found in Mexico, ranging from deserts and mountains to rainforests and tropical beaches.
Good to know before you go
- Visa
- For Europeans and Canadians, no visa is required. You just need to be in possession of a passport, the validity of which must cover at least the duration of the stay. Maximum stay: 180 days.
- Health
- Please check with your doctor or a travel clinic which vaccinations you need for your destination. You can also find up-to-date health advice for each destination on the Institut Pasteur website.
Programmes in this country
Our projects shift with the seasons. Tell us what you are looking for: we will find you the equivalent.
About the Destination and Volunteer Opportunities
About Mexico
The capital of Mexico is Mexico City, which is also the largest city in the country. Spanish is the official language of Mexico and the official currency is the Mexican Peso (MXN).
Advice before volunteering in Mexico
Before volunteering in Mexico, remember that due to the tropical environment, you may need vaccinations for diseases like hepatitis A and B, typhoid, and others. Be sure you have any medication you may need during your stay.
Although many of the locals do speak English, particularly in the tourist areas, learning some basic Spanish phrases will definitely enhance your connection with the community.
Mexico has diverse climates, so make sure you know about the weather conditions in the specific region where you’ll be volunteering so that you can pack accordingly.
It will also help to familiarize yourself with the local currency (the Mexican peso) and its exchange rate against your currency.
Is it safe to volunteer in Mexico?
Mexico is generally considered to be a safe volunteer destination, though you should, of course, still exercise caution when in an unfamiliar area. Pickpocketing does occur in the larger cities, so be careful when carrying valuables. As with any international travel, make sure you have some way to communicate with the programme, friends, family, etc.
Requirements to volunteer in Mexico
In order to volunteer in Mexico, you must be 15+, be proficient in English, have a valid passport and have travel insurance.
Volunteering opportunities in Mexico
Once missions are offered there, you will be able to volunteer with disadvantaged communities or help protect the local wildlife, and join an educational project or an environmental protection project studying the ocean floor. In the meantime, a selection of programmes in the Americas may interest you.
