Traffic signsMexico

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.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.


What does this traffic sign mean?

51. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Turning right mandatory.
Turning right prohibited.
Turning left mandatory.
Passing right mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates that turning right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn right and may not continue straight ahead or turn left.

English • Traffic sign SR-10 • Continuous right turn. Permits a right turn at a signal-controlled junction even when straight-ahead traffic must stop. Respect pedestrians' and other vehicles' priority; turn only without conflict.

Español • SR-10 • Vuelta continua derecha. Permite dar vuelta a la derecha en la intersección controlada por semáforo, aun cuando el tránsito que sigue de frente tenga indicación de alto. Respete la prioridad de los peatones y de los demás vehículos; realice la maniobra únicamente sin conflicto.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dof.gob.mx • SICT/SEDATU · Manual federal 2024, p. 196 del PDF

SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
United Mexican States • Public domain • Original revision 2020-08-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork reviewed against the Mexican federal Manual de señalización y dispositivos para el control del tránsito en calles y carreteras (2024): Dof.gob.mx • SR-10, PDF page 196. Intentional educational illustration update from the previous PNG; original SVG unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

52. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning right mandatory.
✓ Pass obstacle on the right.
Passing left mandatory.
Turning right prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the right. Keep to the right of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Traffic sign SR-11C • Pass to the right of the divider. Central separation begins; follow the arrow to its right.

Español • SR-11C • Circulación a la derecha del separador. Comienza una separación central de la vía. Circule por el lado derecho del separador, como indica la flecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dof.gob.mx • SICT/SEDATU · Manual federal 2024, p. 199 del PDF • SCT · Manual 2014, p. 86 del PDF (copia oficial de Coahuila; diseño anterior)

SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
United Mexican States • Public domain • Original revision 2020-09-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork reviewed against the Mexican federal Manual de señalización y dispositivos para el control del tránsito en calles y carreteras (2024): Dof.gob.mx • SR-11C, PDF page 199. Intentional educational illustration update from the previous PNG; original SVG unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

53. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory left.
✓ Mandatory right.
Driving straight ahead prohibited.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the right. Traffic must proceed to the right at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the left.

English • Traffic sign SR-11A1 • Rightward direction. Follow the rightward arrow at the junction without entering an opposing lane.

Español • SR-11A1 • Circulación hacia la derecha. Circule en el sentido indicado por la flecha hacia la derecha en la intersección, sin invadir un carril de sentido contrario.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dof.gob.mx • SICT/SEDATU · Manual federal 2024, p. 197 del PDF

SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
United Mexican States • Public domain • Original revision 2020-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork reviewed against the Mexican federal Manual de señalización y dispositivos para el control del tránsito en calles y carreteras (2024): Dof.gob.mx • SR-11A1, PDF page 197. Intentional educational illustration update from the previous PNG; original SVG unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

54. What does this traffic sign mean?

Road with one-way traffic.
End of the road with one-way traffic.
✓ Road with two-way traffic.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates the start of two-way traffic. From this point, traffic may travel in both directions on the road. Be prepared for oncoming vehicles.

English • Traffic sign SR-14 • Two-way traffic. A two-way section begins. Stay on the side for your direction as shown by the arrows.

Español • SR-14 • Doble circulación. Comienza un tramo con circulación en ambos sentidos. Manténgase en el lado correspondiente a su sentido de marcha, como indican las flechas.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Dof.gob.mx • SICT/SEDATU · Manual federal 2024, p. 201 del PDF

SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
United Mexican States • Public domain • Original revision 2020-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork reviewed against the Mexican federal Manual de señalización y dispositivos para el control del tránsito en calles y carreteras (2024): Dof.gob.mx • SR-14, PDF page 201. Intentional educational illustration update from the previous PNG; original SVG unmodified.

What does this traffic sign mean?

55. What does this traffic sign mean?

Parking only allowed if you pay.
Parking and stopping prohibited.
Start of a parking zone.
✓ Parking allowed.

This traffic sign indicates that parking is allowed. Vehicles may be parked in the area covered by the sign subject to any indicated conditions, restrictions or local parking rules.

English • Traffic sign SIS-8 • Parking. Marks off-road parking for motor vehicles. Observe local conditions, charges and hours.

Español • SIS-8 • Estacionamiento. Indica un área para estacionar vehículos motorizados fuera de la vía. Respete las condiciones, tarifas y horarios del lugar.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Dof.gob.mx • SICT/SEDATU · Manual federal 2024, p. 411 del PDF

SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2014-04-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork reviewed against the Mexican federal Manual de señalización y dispositivos para el control del tránsito en calles y carreteras (2024): Dof.gob.mx • SIS-8, PDF page 411. Intentional educational illustration update from the previous PNG; original SVG unmodified.