Living Safely to Mexico

Obtaining a Visa

Helpful tips on who needs a Visa and the types offered in Mexico.

Mexican visa

Depending on the length of your stay in Mexico, you may not need a visa.  Your visitors permit will grant you 180 days in the country at a time, and if you go back to your home country during that time, the clock starts over again.  If you will be in Mexico for more than 6 months at a time or will be working in Mexico, you should get a Temporary Resident Visa, which is for people who reside in Mexico for more than 6 months and not longer than 4 years.  This is issues for one year and is renewable for a further 3 years.

For people wishing to reside in Mexico for more than 4 years, they need a Permanent Resident Visa.  While you can do all this yourself, it may be best to contact an immigration lawyer for assistance.

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Looking for something different?

We’ve got a range of other insurance products to protect you and your loved ones while traveling in Mexico.

Car Insurance

Mexican auto insurance is required if you bring a vehicle into Mexico, and your policy at home is not recognized across the border.

Travel Medical Insurance

Medical coverage while traveling to cover those unexpected health needs. Policies from one day to two years.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

When the worst happens, get evacuated to your home country and hospital of your choosing.

Helpful tips on who needs a Visa and the types offered in Mexico.

 

Depending on the length of your stay in Mexico, you may not need a visa.  Your visitors permit will grant you 180 days in the country at a time, and if you go back to your home country during that time, the clock starts over again.  If you will be in Mexico for more than 6 months at a time or will be working in Mexico, you should get a Temporary Resident Visa, which is for people who reside in Mexico for more than 6 months and not longer than 4 years.  This is issues for one year and is renewable for a further 3 years.
For people wishing to reside in Mexico for more than 4 years, they need a Permanent Resident Visa.  While you can do all this yourself, it may be best to contact an immigration lawyer for assistance.

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