{"id":1979,"date":"2023-11-07T10:00:47","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T02:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/?p=1979"},"modified":"2024-04-30T11:47:17","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T03:47:17","slug":"the-guide-to-visa-types-and-work-permit-requirements-in-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.lat\/blog\/the-guide-to-visa-types-and-work-permit-requirements-in-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"The Complete Guide to Visa Types and Work Permit Requirements in Mexico [2024]"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re planning a short trip to Mexico or would like to permanently move to the country, chances are you\u2019ll need to apply for a visa and work permit. Given that this is a very bureaucratic process that is known to confuse many, it\u2019s a good idea to arm yourself with knowledge.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, this Pacific Prime Latin America<\/a> article helps you do just that by providing an overview of Mexico visa types, visa requirements, and visa costs, as well as how to apply for a visa.<\/p>\n

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\"Individual<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n

Mexico Visa Types<\/strong><\/h2>\n

First things first, what is the purpose of your visit? Are you planning to go to Mexico on holiday? Or do you want to live and work in the country? These are all factors that determine which Mexico visa type will be most suitable for you.<\/p>\n

Tourist Card and Visitor Visa<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Mexico allows citizens of some countries to travel to the country for short-term purposes without requiring a visa (up to 180 days). Check whether your country or city-state of nationality is eligible for exemption in the table below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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European Union citizens<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Canada<\/td>\nJamaica<\/td>\nNew Zealand<\/td>\nSwitzerland<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Andorra<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Chile<\/td>\nJapan<\/td>\nNorway<\/td>\n\n

Trinidad and Tobago<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Argentina<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Colombia<\/td>\nLiechtenstein<\/td>\nPalau<\/td>\nUnited Arab Emirates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Australia<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Costa Rica<\/td>\nMacau<\/td>\nParaguay<\/td>\n\n

United States<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Bahamas<\/td>\nEcuador<\/td>\nMarshall Islands<\/td>\nPeru<\/td>\n\n

Uruguay<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Barbados<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Hong Kong<\/td>\nMalaysia<\/td>\nSan Marino<\/td>\n\n

Vatican City<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Belize<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Iceland<\/td>\nMicronesia<\/td>\nSingapore<\/td>\n\n

Venezuela<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Brazil<\/td>\nIsrael<\/td>\nMonaco<\/td>\n\n

South Korea<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Note<\/strong>: If your country is not included, but you hold a multiple entry visa<\/a> for the USA, Canada, Japan, the UK, or the Schengen area<\/a>, then you may qualify.<\/p>\n

Mexico Tourist Card (also known as Forma Migratoria M\u00faltiple, FMM) Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you don\u2019t need a visa to visit Mexico, you\u2019ll be issued a Mexico tourist card upon arrival. For those flying, the cost will be included in the airfare. Otherwise, you\u2019ll have to pay out of pocket.<\/p>\n

This card is a permit that every foreign national must get before they can enter Mexico. The permit will state the number of days you are allowed to stay in the country. If you are issued a tourist card, then you must always keep it on you at all times.<\/p>\n

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\"General<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n

How Long Can You Stay in Mexico as a Tourist?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you are applying for a tourist card or visitor visa, you can only stay for up to 180 days or 6 months.<\/p>\n

Mexico Visitor Visa Requirements<\/strong><\/h4>\n

If you are required to apply for a visa to visit Mexico, you\u2019ll have to contact the Mexican embassy to apply for a visitor visa<\/a>. Here are the documents you are required to prepare when applying for a visitor\/tourist visa:<\/p>\n

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  1. Valid passport with at least 6 months of validity<\/li>\n
  2. One of the following documents:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n