Why Do I Need Mexico Auto Insurance?
Liability coverage issued by a Mexican Insurance Company is required by law on federal highways and bridges, aside of any local or state law.
Located inside L.A. Insurance Agency at 1801 Veterans Boulevard in Del Rio, Sanborn's helps drivers, families, RV owners, and other travelers prepare for trips into Mexico. Whether you're heading toward the Del Rio–Ciudad Acuña International Bridge or planning a longer road trip, our team can help you review Mexico insurance options before you cross the border.
With access from US-90 and US-277, the office serves Del Rio residents, Laughlin Air Force Base personnel, Lake Amistad visitors, and other Mexico-bound travelers in the area.
Sanborn's helps Mexico-bound travelers find insurance coverage before their trip. From personal vehicles to RVs and motorcycles, the Del Rio office can help you review policies based on your vehicle, destination, travel dates, and coverage needs.
Mexican auto insurance can provide liability coverage for bodily injury or property damage you may cause while driving in Mexico. Depending on the policy, additional coverage may be available for physical damage, theft, medical expenses, roadside assistance, and legal assistance.
Drivers should review their coverage before crossing into Mexico rather than assuming their U.S. auto insurance provides the protection they need.
Mexico insurance options can help travelers prepare for short visits, vacations, family trips, and longer stays.
The coverage you need depends on factors such as your vehicle, destination, travel dates, and desired protection. Sanborn's can help you compare available options before your trip.
Sanborn's also offers Seguros para USA for eligible Mexico-registered vehicles traveling north into the United States.
Motorcycle Mexico insurance offers coverage options for eligible motorcycles traveling in Mexico. Depending on the policy, available protection may include liability, physical damage, theft, and other benefits.
Planning to ride south of the border? Review our Safety Guide to Motorcycling in Mexico before your trip.
Traveling into Mexico in a motorhome or RV comes with different insurance considerations than driving a standard passenger vehicle.
Mexico RV insurance may include liability, physical damage, theft, roadside assistance, and other coverage, depending on the policy.
Before heading out, review these tips for crossing the Mexico border with an RV to help prepare for your trip.
If you're renting a vehicle in Mexico, review the rental company's insurance requirements and available coverage carefully.
Mexico rental car insurance provides coverage options for Mexico rental vehicles driven in Mexico. Coverage and requirements can differ from those associated with taking your own vehicle across the border.
Mexico home insurance offers coverage options for eligible properties in Mexico.
Depending on the policy, protection may be available for risks involving fire, theft, certain weather events, liability, and other covered losses. This coverage may be useful for people who own vacation homes, retirement properties, rental properties, or other residences in Mexico.
ATV and UTV insurance for Mexico provides coverage options for eligible recreational vehicles used in Mexico.
Depending on the policy and vehicle, available coverage may include liability, physical damage, theft, medical coverage, and other benefits.
International health or travel assistance coverage may help with certain medical expenses and emergencies while traveling in Mexico.
Available benefits vary by policy and may include coverage or assistance for certain emergency medical care, evacuation, or other eligible expenses. Review the policy limits, exclusions, and requirements before traveling.
Seguros para USA provides insurance options for eligible Mexico-registered vehicles traveling into the United States.
Drivers crossing north from Ciudad Acuña into Del Rio can review available coverage before entering the U.S.
The Sanborn's Del Rio location gives Mexico-bound travelers a convenient place to review insurance options before crossing the border. The team can help customers understand available coverage, vehicle information requirements, and policy options before their trip.
Waiting until you're at the border isn't the best time to start figuring out your insurance.
The Sanborn's Del Rio office can help you review available coverage, understand policy options, and get the documentation associated with your policy before crossing into Mexico.
The Del Rio office helps travelers with a variety of vehicles and trip plans.
Whether you're visiting Ciudad Acuña, taking a family trip, traveling by motorcycle or RV, or planning a longer stay in Mexico, Sanborn's can help you review available options based on your needs.
Coverage availability depends on factors such as the vehicle, insurance company, destination, travel dates, and policy selected.
The office at 1801 Veterans Boulevard is conveniently located for Del Rio residents and other travelers preparing to head toward the Del Rio–Ciudad Acuña border crossing.
The location is also accessible to travelers coming from US-90, US-277, downtown Del Rio, Laughlin Air Force Base, and surrounding Val Verde County communities.
Whether you're planning a short visit or expect to spend more time in Mexico, Sanborn's can help you review policy options based on your travel dates.
Available policy periods and coverage vary, so provide your expected travel dates when requesting a quote.
Sanborn's has specialized in Mexico insurance since 1948. The Del Rio team can help travelers understand available coverage and prepare before driving across the border.
Not sure what protection to consider? Our guide to what coverage you need in Mexico explains common coverage options to review before your trip.
Coverage options vary depending on the policy, insurance company, vehicle, destination, and eligibility. The table below outlines some of the main types of protection Mexico travelers may consider.
Before heading toward the Del Rio–Ciudad Acuña border crossing, review your insurance and make sure you understand what coverage applies to your trip.
Don't assume your existing U.S. auto insurance provides the protection required when driving in Mexico. The Texas Department of Insurance advises Texas drivers traveling to Mexico to review their insurance needs and consider a Mexico auto policy before crossing the border.
Your coverage needs may vary depending on:
Keep your policy information and other required travel documents accessible during your trip.
Reviewing your coverage before reaching the border can help you understand your policy and address questions before you enter Mexico.
The Sanborn's Del Rio office serves travelers and residents from the following communities and areas:
Traveling through another part of Texas? Use the Sanborn's location finder to find an office convenient for your route.
From US-90: Travel along US-90 toward Del Rio and connect with Veterans Boulevard. Continue to 1801 Veterans Boulevard.
From Downtown Del Rio: Take Veterans Boulevard toward 1801 Veterans Boulevard. The office is conveniently located for drivers preparing to continue toward the border.
From Laughlin Air Force Base: Follow the appropriate route toward Del Rio and Veterans Boulevard, then continue to 1801 Veterans Boulevard.
Check current road, construction, and border conditions before leaving, since routes and travel conditions can change.
Before you drive into Mexico, visit Sanborn's at 1801 Veterans Boulevard in Del Rio or contact our team to review insurance options for your trip.
Whether you're crossing into Ciudad Acuña for a short visit, visiting family, traveling in an RV, riding a motorcycle, or planning a longer trip, Sanborn's can help you explore available coverage for your vehicle and travel needs.
Start a quote online, or call 830-775-3252 to get started.
Yes. Under Mexican law, U.S. and Canadian auto insurance policies are not legally recognized as proof of financial responsibility. All drivers entering Mexico are legally required to carry a valid Mexican auto insurance policy issued by an authorized Mexican carrier. Securing coverage before crossing at the Del Rio–Ciudad Acuña bridge guarantees that you meet Mexican legal requirements and provides critical protections, including Third-Party Liability, Physical Damage, Occupant Medical Payments, and 24/7 Legal Assistance with Guaranteed Bail Bond protection.
Yes. Sanborn’s offers flexible short-term daily policies tailored specifically for day trips across to Ciudad Acuña or brief weekend visits in Coahuila. (Tip: If you travel into Mexico often, an Annual Multi-Entry Policy is often more cost-effective and provides continuous coverage without requiring repeated purchases.)
To get a Fast Quote online or in-person at our Del Rio office, you only need your travel dates, intended border crossing (Del Rio–Ciudad Acuña), and basic vehicle information—specifically the year, make, model, and estimated Actual Cash Value (ACV). Once you review your quote and choose to accept it, our team will collect the remaining details—including your VIN, license plate number, driver details, and ownership status—to confirm your desired coverage limits and officially issue your policy.
Yes. Sanborn's offers coverage options for eligible motorcycles, RVs, and other types of vehicles traveling into Mexico.
Motorcycle riders can review Mexico motorcycle insurance, while RV travelers can explore Mexico RV insurance. Coverage availability and requirements vary by vehicle and policy.
It's a good idea to review and secure the appropriate coverage before crossing into Mexico.
Buying your policy ahead of time gives you an opportunity to review coverage, limits, deductibles, exclusions, and policy documents before your trip begins.
The Sanborn's Del Rio office can help you review available options before you head toward the border.
Smart questions you may be asking
Liability coverage issued by a Mexican Insurance Company is required by law on federal highways and bridges, aside of any local or state law.
Whether you are requesting a quote online or by phone, (800) 222‑0158 (8:00 a.m. ‑ 6:00 p.m. CST), you should have the following items handy to make the quoting process easier.
For insurance purposes, your vehicle will be covered as specified on your policy as long as it is driven by someone with a valid driver license.