Do I have to declare other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) at Mexico customs?

There is nothing to declare — other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) cannot be brought in at all. Declaring it does not make it admissible; it hands it over.

What happens if I do not declare other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) in Mexico?

Under Ley Aduanera, artículo 178, fracción IV, reformado por el DECRETO, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.

Can I post or ship other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) to Mexico instead of carrying it?

Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead.

Can I take other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) out of Mexico?

Mexico publishes no separate rule for taking other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the Mexico limit for other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) apply per person or per family?

Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.

Where does this rule come from?

Agencia Nacional de Aduanas de México (ANAM) states it in Voy a viajar, ¿qué productos puedo ingresar a México?. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.

How does Mexico compare with other countries on other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list)?

Of the 20 countries covered here, 2 prohibit other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list), 13 limit it and 5 let it through. Mexico is among the ones that set a limit.

How much Other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) can I bring into Mexico?

Prohibited

You cannot bring Other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) into Mexico.

Cabin baggage —

Checked baggage —

Declaration Required — surrender

Limit No stated quantity

What you need to know

No stated quantity
Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

This allowance applies per person, not per family or group.

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

Voy a viajar, ¿qué productos puedo ingresar a México? Secretaría de Agricultura y Desarrollo Rural

Questions about Other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) in Mexico

How many other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) can I bring into Mexico?: other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) may not be brought into Mexico at all. The allowance is per traveller and cannot be pooled between people.
Do I have to declare other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) at Mexico customs?: There is nothing to declare — other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) cannot be brought in at all. Declaring it does not make it admissible; it hands it over.
What happens if I do not declare other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) in Mexico?: Under Ley Aduanera, artículo 178, fracción IV, reformado por el DECRETO, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.
Can I post or ship other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) to Mexico instead of carrying it?: Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead.
Can I take other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) out of Mexico?: Mexico publishes no separate rule for taking other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the Mexico limit for other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) apply per person or per family?: Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.
Where does this rule come from?: Agencia Nacional de Aduanas de México (ANAM) states it in Voy a viajar, ¿qué productos puedo ingresar a México?. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.
How does Mexico compare with other countries on other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list)?: Of the 20 countries covered here, 2 prohibit other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list), 13 limit it and 5 let it through. Mexico is among the ones that set a limit.

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