Qualifying for Legal Residency in Mexico in 2026
If you don't qualify for residency in Mexico using your monthly income or savings/investments balance, some alternative routes exist—this article describes them
Mexico Visas & Immigration
Guides and articles about Mexican visas, legal residency, and immigration
Guides and articles about Mexican visas, legal residency, and immigration
How to Bring a Foreign-Plated Car Into Mexico
This article describes the rules and procedures and key points you need to know when you plan to bring your foreign-plated car to Mexico
Assistance to Exchange Your Mexico Visa for a Residency Card
When you need assistance to exchange your residency visa sticker for a residency card when you arrive to Mexico, our associates can help
Mexico Immigration Assistance
Our associates provide advice to apply for residency in Mexico and practical assistance as you make your way through the application process
The Visas You Need for Doing Volunteer Work in Mexico
You can use a visitor permit to volunteer in Mexico provided the work is non-lucrative. This article describes what visa types you need to volunteer in Mexico
Online Appointments at Mexico’s Immigration Offices
Mexico's immigration offices provide an online appointment-booking system for applicants who need to file common immigration procedures
Legal Residency in Mexico: Residency-Related Fees for 2026
Learn about the 2026 fees when you apply for residency-related permits or a change in the status of your legal residency in Mexico
Legal Residency in Mexico and Your Lifestyle Plans
The type of Mexico residency permit you apply for depends on your lifestyle and intentions. Here are some typical situations and how they influence choices
Mexico Phasing Out Use of Paper Visitor Permits (FMM)
Mexico’s immigration service has begun to phase out use of paper versions of the FMM—the multi-purpose visitor permits and arrival form
Mexican Citizenship: Becoming Naturalized in Mexico
If you’re in Mexico for the long-haul, you might choose to take your residency status to the next level: becoming a Naturalized Mexican citizen
Time Scales for Obtaining Mexico Residency Visas and Cards
When you're applying for residency in Mexico, you will need to take typical time scales into account for processing your visa and residency card
Get Assistance to Renew Your Mexico Residency Card
Our associates can assist to renew your existing residency card in Mexico, or to exchange qualifying temporary residency cards for permanent residency
