Mexico eVisa & Travel Information (2025)
Introduction: Mexico uses the FMM (paper/digital depending on the port) and grants visa‑free entry to many nationalities. Mexico City (MEX) and Cancún (CUN
Introduction
Mexico uses the FMM (paper/digital depending on the port) and grants visa‑free entry to many nationalities. Mexico City (MEX) and Cancún (CUN) are major hubs.
Tourist
Many nationals are visa‑exempt and are admitted for a period recorded via FMM (often up to 180 days). Visa‑required nationals may be exempt if they hold valid US/Canada/Schengen/UK visas; otherwise, a Mexican visa is needed.
Business
Short business often falls under the visitor category; paid work requires temporary resident/work authorization.
Student
Student residence requires a consular visa based on institutional acceptance.
Retirement/Long‑stay: Temporary or Permanent Residence is possible via economic solvency (income/savings/property) with thresholds set by consulates.
Retirement/Long‑stay
Temporary or Permanent Residence is possible via economic solvency (income/savings/property) with thresholds set by consulates.
Transit
Airside transit is generally visa‑free; some nationalities need a visa even to transit.
e‑Arrival/Arrival Card: FMM is used (paper or digital varies by airport).
e‑Arrival/Arrival Card
FMM is used (paper or digital varies by airport).
Official links
INM: https://www.gob.mx/inm
Official links
Eligibility
Visa‑free covers many EU/UK, North American and Asia‑Pacific passports; holders of valid US/Canada/Schengen/UK visas often qualify for visa‑free entry. Confirm with INM or a Mexican consulate.
Always verify current visa rules on official government sites before travel.