*Mexican Foreign Ministry Issues Recommendations for Mexicans Attending Super Bowl LX**
**MEXICO CITY —IPU NEWS ** Just days before the **Super Bowl LX**, to be held on **February 8 in Santa Clara, California**, the **Mexican Foreign Ministry (SRE)** issued a series of recommendations for Mexican citizens planning to attend the sporting event, amidst **concerns about security and immigration policies in the United States.** ([SinEmbargo MX][1])
Although the Super Bowl is one of the largest and most global sporting events of the year, with a huge influx of fans from various countries, the SRE urged Mexicans to travel and participate responsibly, respecting local laws and complying with all safety regulations.** ([La Bartolina][2])
🔐 Official Recommendations for Attendees
The diplomatic mission, through the **Mexican Consulate in San Francisco**, The organization issued a series of practical tips for Mexican citizens attending the game and related events:
* **Travel with valid documentation:** Carry your passport, visa, or other appropriate immigration form at all times. ([La Bartolina][2])
* **Stay in touch with family:** Share your location and maintain constant communication. ([La Bartolina][2])
* **Act with respect and responsibility:** Respect the event rules, avoid provocations, and behave civilly. ([La Bartolina][2])
* **Follow security instructions:** Comply with the protocols and warnings of security personnel inside and outside the stadium. ([La Bartolina][2])
* **Avoid driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs:** This practice is a crime in the United States and can have severe legal consequences. ([La Bartolina][2])
* **Requesting consular assistance in case of detention:** Detained Mexicans have the right to request that the consulate be notified and to speak with a consular representative. ([La Bartolina][2])
The consulate even included a **phrase in English** that may be useful in case of a confrontation with local authorities:
**“I am a Mexican citizen and I want to talk to my consulate.”** ([La Bartolina][2])
🇺🇸 Concerns about immigration policies and security
The recommendations are issued amid concerns among some travelers about the possibility of **U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations** in areas with high concentrations of people during the Super Bowl. Although NFL officials and U.S. authorities have assured that no ICE operations are planned at the stadium or at official events, the Mexican consulate urged its citizens to take preventative measures to avoid any problems. ([El Imparcial][3])
NFL Chief of Security Cathy Lanier stated that ICE agents are not expected to participate in Super Bowl security, and that security efforts will be focused on protecting attendees without any immigration-related focus. (Fox Sports 4)
🛟 Consular Assistance and Support
The Mexican Consulate in San Francisco has made available the number for the **Center for Information and Assistance to Mexican Citizens (CIAM)**, which operates 24 hours a day and can offer guidance in cases of **detention, lost documents, hospitalization, or if a person is a victim of a crime.** (La Bartolina 2)
Mexican authorities emphasized that **committing a crime in the United States can be grounds for detention and deportation**, and therefore urged fans to always act within the law and avoid conduct that could jeopardize their stay during the event. (La Bartolina 2)
⚠️ A Call to Enjoy Responsibly
Together, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) and its consular offices aim to ensure that Mexicans attending Super Bowl LX do so peacefully, respectfully, and fully informed of their rights and obligations. The official message can be summarized as an invitation to **enjoy the sporting event responsibly, safely, and in compliance with current U.S. regulations.** ([La Bartolina][2])
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