MEXICO
Live the Mission With Us
Join us in ensuring everyone is given the opportunity for dignified, quality hearing healthcare that changes lives.
Join an outreach team and serve alongside local partners—sharing skills, compassion, and best practices in sustainable hearing care.
Fuel clinics, training, and follow-up care with your generosity—so patients receive support long after a team returns home.
Build capacity through education, advocacy, and wraparound services that strengthen a healthy hearing-care ecosystem.
GO beyond ourselves ~ GIVE from your heart ~ GROW as a community
Hearing the Call in Mexico
Partnering with communities to expand access to hearing healthcare through outreach, clinics, and training.
In collaboration with local partners, Hearing the Call supports clinics and training that help identify, fit, and follow-up with patients experiencing hearing loss. We focus on sustainable solutions that strengthen local capacity.
Clinics & Fittings
Hearing screenings, cleanings, and hearing-aid fittings with counseling.
Training & Mentorship
Skill-building with providers to ensure quality, long-term care.
Community Partnerships
Working alongside local clinics and organizations to reach more patients.
Mexico’s coastal and urban regions we serve include communities like Coatzacoalcos, where outreach and follow-up services help deliver lasting impact for patients and families.
Expert Guidance to Help You on Your Trip
Visa Information
No visa required at this time for U.S. citizens visiting Mexico for tourism (short stays).
Visa Guidance – Mexico
U.S. citizens generally do not need a visa for tourist visits to Mexico (short stay, no work).
- Passport valid at least 6+ months beyond entry
- At least 1 blank page for entry/exit stamp
- Keep printed (or offline) flight & lodging details handy
- Immigration may issue an electronic or paper FMM (tourist card)—retain a copy for exit if provided
- Entry rules can change; verify requirements prior to travel
Flight Information
Arrive by midday Day 1. Fly in/out of Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos (MTT).
Electrical Information
Plugs: Type A & Type B. Standard: 127 V • 60 Hz.
Adapter Types & Power – Mexico
Plugs: Type A (two flat pins) & Type B (two flat + ground) • Voltage: 127V • Frequency: 60Hz
- Same as U.S. — your plugs will work directly.
- Most electronics (phones, laptops, chargers) are already compatible.
- Consider bringing a surge protector for sensitive gear.
Flight Guidance
Please arrive by midday on Day 1 if possible.
Plan to fly in and out of Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos (MTT). A multi-city fare can be cheaper and avoids getting stuck mid-trip.
If you’re not joining retreat dates, you’ll typically fly home from MTT on Aug 28 (see your trip’s itinerary notes).
Adapter Types & Power (Mexico)
Plugs: Type D & Type G • Voltage: 127V • Frequency: 60Hz
- Bring a converter and a Type D/G–compatible adapter as recommended.
- Most modern phone/laptop chargers (100–240V) support 127V; check your brick.
- Consider a small surge protector for sensitive gear.
Challenge 2026: What Could Change for You?
If you’ve never joined a Hearing the Call outreach, 2026 is your moment to step forward.
Participate—locally or internationally—and feel the difference firsthand. Go … Give … Grow.
Hearing the Call is more than an idea—it’s a movement. And now is the time to answer.
Additional Trip Information
Health & Vaccinations
Review CDC guidance and confirm routine vaccines.
Health & Vaccinations (Mexico)
Time/Zone & Weather
Central Mexico (UTC−6; UTC−5 DST). Warm, humid on the Gulf.
Time/Zone & Weather — Mexico
Current local time (Central Mexico): —:—
Time Zone: Most of central Mexico (incl. Mexico City & Veracruz) uses Central Time — UTC−6 (Standard), UTC−5 (Daylight Saving).
Weather: Coatzacoalcos/Veracruz region is typically warm & humid; brief rain possible.
Packing Tips
One-week essentials for clinics & travel.
Packing Tips – One-Week List
Dress Code
Modest, comfortable, clinic-appropriate attire.
Dress Code
Currency & Payments
Most costs covered; use MXN pesos and carry a backup card.
Currency & Payments (Mexico)
Food
Local cuisine is safe when prepared properly; bottled water.
Food
Safety & Security
Follow team leaders; Register with STEP before you go.
Safety & Security
Itinerary
Day-by-day plan of clinics, community, and retreat time.
Tentative Itinerary — Mexico (MTT)
Mexico - Development & Partner
Hearing the Call aims to establish sustainable hearing healthcare in every location it serves.
The process begins with immediate relief efforts, followed by collaboration with local partners to identify individuals for long-term solutions through education and training.
As development continues, we provide essential equipment and resources, empowering the local community to deliver ongoing care with our support.This approach ensures lasting impact and local self-sufficiency in hearing healthcare.
Mexico - Must-See Attractions
Mexico City
Mexico City, the nation’s capital, is a vibrant metropolis of history, culture, and art. Highlights include the Aztec ruins of Templo Mayor, the Zócalo plaza, and the Palacio de Bellas Artes. With top museums, lively Coyoacán, and authentic street food, its mix of colonial charm and modern energy makes it a must-visit.
Catemaco
It is located on a lake formed by several extinct volcanoes. It is surrounded by rainforests with a wide array of birds and other animals. What it is best known for is witches and ancient magic. Nearby are a few waterfalls including Salto de Eyipantla.