Mexico before you apply
Who needs a visa, whether you qualify and the documents Mexico asks for.
4 Mexican resources in this topic
Requirements & how-to guidance
- Mexico visa exemption and the tourist card (FMM)Guidance
How Mexico's visa exemption and tourist card (FMM / FMMD) work — who can enter without a visa, and the single-entry up-to-180-day tourist card.
- Mexico residence cards at the INM explainedGuidance
How Mexico's temporary and permanent resident cards work at the INM — the consulate visa, the 30-day card step, and the non-expiring permanent card.
- Mexico visa and residence eligibilityGuidance
Who is eligible for each Mexico visa and residence route.
- Documents for a Mexico visa applicationGuidance
The documents you need for a Mexico visa application.