Customs

Being concise, effective, and straightforward is highly regarded in the Western world, including the United States. Mexico, meanwhile, communicates more subtly, and Americans, Canadians, and Europeans are frequently seen as being brusque and hostile when they are straightforward in their communication. Mexicans are known for their tremendous politeness, so losing your patience over delays or grumbling aloud would make you look impolite and make people less willing to assist you.

Be tolerant about this and other regional customs and attitudes; keep in mind that things go slowly here and that being late is not frowned upon. For instance, a waiter would never offer to bring you the check before you inquire about it in a restaurant; that would be intrusive.

Local friends, family members, and partners are likely to exhibit a considerable amount of physical affection for one another, but you should exercise greater restraint with people you don't know well.

Before beginning a request or routine business, it's customary to enquire about a colleague's family, general health, and possibly another unimportant topic (like the beauty of the town you're visiting or the weather). Politics and ethics are topics that Mexicans enjoy debating, so don't be shy about bringing up these subjects in casual, amiable conversation.

Learning fundamental Spanish expressions like por favor (please) and gracias (thank you) will have a significant impact on how other people react to you. Deference to individuals who are older than you will also help you gain favor.