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SHOPPING

Shopping

In order to ensure total satisfaction, follow these suggestions:

  • We strongly recommend NOT buying from street vendors.

  • When purchasing a product or hiring a service, make sure it is exactly what you requested regarding quality and service.

  • You should always obtain a receipt or invoice as proof of purchase.

  • Ask if the prices are in Mexican or U.S.A currency.

  • The sales and service tax, known as IVA (Value Added Tax), is 10% of the bill, Hotels will also add a 2% transit occupancy tax to your room rate.

HUNTING

Hunting

Hunting and Fire Arms permits are required to practice this sport in all of México. Please contact the Secretariat of Tourism’s in Mexicali at:

(011 52 686) 566-1277 and
(011 52 686) 566-1116
secture@baja.gob.mx

You can obtain locations, authorized outfitters, as well as legal and regulatory information to ensure a great and safe hunting experience.

FISHING

Fishing

Fishing in Mexican waters requires a Fishing License. They can be obtained easily at the Secretariat of Tourism’s Offices conveniently located in Tijuana , Rosarito, Ensenada and San Felipe.

The permits can be issued for a day, week, month or year. Boat Licenses are issued on a yearly basis.

To enjoy the great fishing opportunities that await you in Baja California , please look for contact information in the back of this brochure. Once in our State, you can call the Tourist Assistance Hotline 078 , for further information on the Baja California Fishing Experience

FEDERAL AGENCY OF CONSUMERS AFFAIRS

The Federal Agency of Consumer Affairs (Procuraduría Federal del Consumidor PROFECO) promotes and protects consumer rights. They can provide assistance with problems related to retail and services purveyors, such as hotels, travel agencies, restaurants, transportation, etc.

When purchasing a product or hiring a service, you must assure yourself that it is in good condition and you should request a receipt, invoice or purchase order that proves your payment.

If you wish to file a complaint during your stay in Baja California , you can call PROFECO:

  • In Tijuana at: (664) 634-7000 & 08 & 10 & 15

  • In Mexicali at: (686) 557-3084 and 85

  • In Ensenada at: (646) 178-8573

You can also e-mail: tijuana@profeco.gob.mx, they will follow-up and will keep you up-dated throughout the process.

If you wish to file your complaint from your place of residence, you can e-mail the foreign travelers unit at: extranjeros@profeco.gob.mx or by dialing their México City office at (011 5255) 52112052 & (011 5255) 52111723 , please copy us at: assistance@baja.gob.mx

 

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