No vehiclesMexico

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Mexico. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

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1. No vehicles

No vehicles indicates that vehicles are prohibited from entering the road, street or area beyond the sign. Unlike a one-way no-entry restriction, the prohibition normally applies to traffic approaching from both directions.

The exact road users covered by the restriction can vary between countries. Depending on local law, bicycles, mopeds, animal-drawn vehicles or other road users may also be prohibited. Supplementary signs may provide exceptions for residents, deliveries, cyclists, public transport or other authorised traffic.

What does a no-vehicles sign mean?

A no-vehicles sign indicates that vehicles may not enter the road or area beyond the sign. The restriction normally applies to traffic approaching from either direction unless supplementary signs provide an exception.

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals, Annex 1, section C II.1, no-entry categories and closure to all vehicles; sign-system reference

🔗 gov.uk • UK Department for Transport, Know Your Traffic Signs, regulatory signs; British example

Does no vehicles apply to cars and motorcycles?

Yes, normally. Cars, motorcycles and other motor vehicles are generally covered by a prohibition applying to all vehicles or all drivers unless an exception is specifically indicated.

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals, Annex 1, section C II.1, no-entry categories and closure to all vehicles; sign-system reference

🔗 gov.uk • UK Department for Transport, Know Your Traffic Signs, regulatory signs; British example

Can pedestrians pass a no-vehicles sign?

Usually yes if the prohibition applies only to vehicles or drivers. A separate pedestrian prohibition may be required to prevent pedestrians from entering. Local definitions and supplementary signs must always be checked.

🔗 wetten.overheid.nl • Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals, Annex 1, section C II.1, no-entry categories and closure to all vehicles; sign-system reference

🔗 gov.uk • UK Department for Transport, Know Your Traffic Signs, regulatory signs; British example