By Paul Beddows
o, you’ve finally decided that you can take an RV into Mexico safely and are ready to take the next step. Tis can actually be more daunting than the decision to go. Apart from Baja California and northern Sonora State, the Mexican government
has placed more than a few roadblocks in the way. Te purpose of this article is to help you deal with them. Te first thing you need to consider is insurance, both
auto and medical. Your Canadian auto policy will not cover you in Mexico, you need to purchase Mexican Insurance from an agent for one of the major Mexican Insurance Companies. Prices and coverage can vary, so shop around and compare. Some, like Lewis and Lewis, also include some medical coverage so if you need that anyway, you may want to factor that in. I have researched and used several myself and you will find a list of ones I consider reputable on my website at www.
mexicorvforums.com. Te most economical policy is 6 months. You can expect a cost of $100 for each 10k of coverage as a rule of thumb. Te good news is that many Canadian insurance companies will reimburse you for the time your vehicle is in Mexico. Check with them and make sure you keep any proof you can that the vehicle has been there, such as toll road receipts, campground receipts, etc. Another money saving trick is to put storage insurance on vehicles leſt at home. You may find that with a trip of 4 months and more, you actually come out ahead. Medical insurance is another consideration. Many
provinces will cover expenses up to what it would cost in Canada. Tis is usually sufficient to cover any costs in Mexico, but you also need to cover the transit period
through the US and potential evacuation costs. You really need to check out what your own situation is, then ensure you are adequately covered. Try to find someone who does
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