Mexico Visas & Immigration

The way visitors are admitted to Mexico is changing in regard to the amount of time granted to stay under auspice of a visitor permit (FMM)

Most foreigners seeking residency in Mexico need to apply from abroad. There are exceptions—commonly 'Family Unit' applications—and this article describes them

Changes being rolled-out across Mexico's immigration offices are making residency-related procedures quicker to process and easier to complete

Some foreign-issued documents need to be Apostilled (Notarized) by your home country before you submit them for legal procedures in Mexico

Our associates can assist to renew your existing residency card in Mexico, or to exchange qualifying temporary residency cards for permanent residency

Whether you apply for temporary or permanent residency in Mexico will likely depend on your lifestyle intentions and your level of income or savings

When you apply for Permanent Residency in Mexico as a couple, the dependent spouse/partner will only be offered Temporary Residency to begin with

Most applications for residency in Mexico begin at a Mexican Consulate. Learn about choosing a consulate, requesting an appointment, and attending the interview

The most frequently-asked questions (and answers) about applying for residency in Mexico based on 'economic solvency'—using income or savings/investments

This article describes principal routes foreigners take to apply for legal residency in Mexico, with references to additional information and helpful resources

A procedure exists for residents and Mexican passport holders to import household goods to Mexico free of customs duties. This article describes the process

Mexico offers visitor permits for visits and short business trips lasting 180 days or less to passport holders on its 'no visa required' list