Central Mexico
The states in this part of the route are: Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala, Estado de Mexico, Queretaro, and San Luis Potosi. Once migrants reach the state of Veracruz, the route takes two different paths: one moves north to Tamaulipas, and the other moves towards the center of the country. This path leading to central Mexico has been described as a passing route. Migrants do not settle in these states for long periods of time. This part of the route has been identified as a highly problematic area for human trafficking. Human trafficking is found in several states.