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Hey there! If you’re thinking about moving to Mexico, one thing you’ll need to figure out is the visa situation. Mexico has several different types of visas available for foreigners, depending on your situation and how long you plan to stay.

First off, let’s talk about the different types of visas.

– Visitor Visa (FMM)

A Visitor Visa, also known as a Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM), is a tourist visa that allows you to stay in Mexico for up to 180 days. This type of visa is available for citizens of most countries, and it can be obtained upon arrival at the airport or border crossing. The FMM is free of charge for stays of up to 180 days, but you will need to pay a fee if you plan to stay longer.

– Temporary Resident Visa

A Temporary Resident Visa allows you to stay in Mexico for up to four years. This type of visa is ideal for ex-pats who plan to live in Mexico long-term. To obtain a Temporary Resident Visa, you must meet the following requirements:

• Provide proof of financial solvency: You’ll need to show that you have a steady income or sufficient savings to support yourself in Mexico.
• Provide a criminal background check: You must provide a criminal background check from your home country or the country where you’ve lived for the past five years.
• Proof of health insurance: You’ll need to provide proof of health insurance that is valid in Mexico.
• Fill out an application: You’ll need to fill out an application and provide a passport-sized photo.

– Permanent Resident Visa

A Permanent Resident Visa allows you to stay in Mexico indefinitely. This type of visa is ideal for ex-pats who plan to retire or live in Mexico permanently. To obtain a Permanent Resident Visa, you must meet the following requirements:

• Provide proof of financial solvency: You’ll need to show that you have a steady income or sufficient savings to support yourself in Mexico.
• Provide a criminal background check: You must provide a criminal background check from your home country or the country where you’ve lived for the past five years.
• Proof of health insurance: You’ll need to provide proof of health insurance that is valid in Mexico.
• Fill out an application: You’ll need to fill out an application and provide a passport-sized photo.
• Provide proof of ties to Mexico: You’ll need to show that you have strong ties to Mexico, such as owning property or having family members living in the country.

– Work Visa

A Work Visa allows you to work in Mexico legally. To obtain a Work Visa, you must have a job offer from a Mexican company. The company must provide proof that it couldn’t find a Mexican citizen to fill the position. You’ll also need to provide a criminal background check, a passport-sized photo, and proof of financial solvency.

– Student Visa

A Student Visa allows you to study in Mexico. To obtain a Student Visa, you must have been accepted into a Mexican educational institution. You’ll need to provide proof of enrollment, a criminal background check, a passport-sized photo, and proof of financial solvency.

So, if you’re considering moving to Mexico, there are several types of visas available depending on your situation. It’s important to understand the requirements for each type of visa and to ensure that you have all the necessary documents before applying.

Now for the good news!

You don’t have to take care of any of this on your own! We understand that the language barrier, as well as the culture, being so different from yours may be factors that make you hesitant about doing the process or how to do it.

We have a whole section for you, where you just choose if you want either residency consulting or us to handle the whole residency application.
Please, make sure to read carefully and to provide accurate information.