Temporary Resident Visa based on family unity
This visa allows a stay in Mexico of more than 180 days and up to 4 years.
Who is it for?
Foreign nationals who have a family relationship with a Mexican national, or with a foreign national who is a temporary or permanent resident in Mexico (or who holds a Mexican visa with such immigration status).
It is important to note that, at the time of submitting the visa application at the consular office, the applicant must be accompanied by the Mexican family member or by the temporary or permanent resident family member.
Requirements
1. Valid passport (original + simple copy).
2. Visa application form:(PDF anexo)
3. One recent passport-size photograph, colour, white background, no glasses (not older than 30 days).
4. Documentation proving the situation applicable to the applicant’s specific case:
4.1 Family relationship with a foreign national holding a Temporary Resident Visa or Temporary Resident Student Visa
a) If the applicant is the spouse, common-law partner, or equivalent figure of a foreign national holding a Temporary Resident Visa or Temporary Resident Student Visa:
Marriage certificate or document proving the common-law relationship or equivalent figure, issued by the competent authority in accordance with the legislation of the country where the legal act was celebrated, in original or certified copy. If these documents were not issued in Belgium, Luxembourg, or Mexico, they must be duly apostilled.
b) If the applicant has a son or daughter who is a foreign national holding a Temporary Resident Visa or Temporary Resident Student Visa:
Birth certificate of the son or daughter, in original or certified copy.
c) If the applicant has a father or mother who is a foreign national holding a Temporary Resident Visa or Temporary Resident Student Visa, provided that the applicant is a child or adolescent, has not married, or is legally incapacitated and under the legal guardianship of the parent:
Applicant’s birth certificate, in original or certified copy.
d) If the applicant is the son or daughter of the spouse or common-law partner of a foreign national holding a Temporary Resident Visa or Temporary Resident Student Visa, provided that the applicant is a child or adolescent, has not married, or is legally incapacitated and under legal guardianship:
• Applicant’s birth certificate, in original or certified copy; and
• Marriage certificate or document proving the common-law relationship or equivalent figure, issued by the competent authority in accordance with the legislation of the country where the legal act was celebrated, in original or certified copy.
If these documents were not issued in Belgium, Luxembourg, or Mexico, they must be apostilled.
Additional documents for cases a), b), c), or d) under section 4.1
• Valid Temporary Resident Visa or Temporary Resident Student Visa, in original; and
• Proof of economic solvency to support each family member during their stay in Mexico, through:
a) Original or electronic document with digital certificate showing investments or bank accounts with an average monthly balance equivalent to 220 days of UMA (approximately EUR 1,230, depending on the exchange rate on the day of application), over the last twelve months; or
b) Original documents proving employment or pension with monthly net income exceeding the equivalent of 220 days of UMA (approximately EUR 1,230 depending on the exchange rate on the day of application), over the last six months.
The documentation required to prove economic solvency (all listed documents must be submitted):
• Employment history report with electronic references.
• Monthly bank statements (with original bank stamp or electronic document with digital certificate) showing income and/or balances for the last six months prior to the application date.
• If applicable, payroll slips or pension receipts for the last six months prior to the application date.
4.2 Marriage, common-law partnership, or equivalent figure with a foreign national holding a Permanent Resident Visa
• Marriage certificate or document proving the common-law partnership or equivalent figure, issued by the competent authority in accordance with the legislation of the country where the legal act was celebrated, in original or certified copy. If the document was not issued in Belgium, Luxembourg, or Mexico, it must be apostilled.
• Valid Permanent Resident Visa, in original; and
• Proof of economic solvency under the same terms set out in section 4.1.
(The documentation required to prove economic solvency is the same as described above.)
4.3 Family relationship with a foreign national who holds Temporary Resident or Temporary Resident Student status (it refers to people who already have the Temporary Resident Card or Temporary Resident Student Card issued by the National Institute of Migration INM of Mexico):
a) Spouse, common-law partner, or equivalent figure:
Marriage certificate or document proving the common-law partnership or equivalent figure, issued by the competent authority in accordance with the legislation of the country where the legal act was celebrated, in original or certified copy. If it was not issued in Belgium, Luxembourg, or Mexico, it must be apostilled.
b) Son or daughter who is a foreign national:
Birth certificate of the son or daughter, in original or certified copy.
c) Son or daughter of the spouse or common-law partner:
• Applicant’s birth certificate, in original or certified copy; and
• Marriage certificate or document proving the common-law partnership or equivalent figure, in original or certified copy. If these documents were not issued in Belgium, Luxembourg, or Mexico, they must be apostilled.
For all cases under section 4.3, the following must be submitted:
• Valid Temporary Resident Card or Temporary Resident Student Card, in original or certified copy.
• In the case of a Temporary Resident Student: a letter or certificate issued by the educational institution confirming that the student continues their studies.
4.4 Marriage, common-law partnership, or equivalent figure with a foreign national holding Permanent Resident status:
• Marriage certificate or document proving the common-law partnership or equivalent figure, issued by the competent authority, in original or certified copy. If the document was not issued in Belgium, Luxembourg, or Mexico, it must be apostilled.
• Valid Permanent Resident Card, in original.
4.5 Marriage, common-law partnership, or equivalent figure with a Mexican national:
• Marriage certificate or document proving the common-law partnership or equivalent figure, issued by the competent authority, in original or certified copy. If these documents were not issued in Belgium, Luxembourg, or Mexico, they must be duly apostilled.
• Documentary proof of Mexican nationality, in accordance with Article 3 of the Nationality Law, in original or certified copy.
Application Procedure
1. Prepare all required documents.
2. Schedule an appointment through the official system: https://citas.sre.gob.mx Select the option: “VISAS”
3. Attend the appointment in person with all documents and complete the consular interview.
Payment is made on the day of the appointment, preferably by transfer.
For updated consular fees: https://embamex.sre.gob.mx/belgica/images/ServiciosConsulares/derechos_consulares2024
Four possible outcomes:
1. The documentation is complete, the interview is satisfactory, and no additional verification is needed → the visa may be issued the same day.
2. Additional documentation is required → you will be asked to complete it and come back with a new appointment within the next 10 business days.
3. The documentation is complete, the interview is satisfactory, but an alarm appears in the security or migration control lists, which means that additional verification is needed → processing may take up to 10 business days.
4. The applicant does not meet the requirements, or their consular interview is unsatisfactory → the visa is denied.
Important Considerations
• Visa must be used within 180 days from issuance.
• Once in Mexico, you must apply for the Temporary Resident Card at Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM) within 30 days of your arrival.
• The visa does not guarantee entry into Mexico; final admission is determined by immigration authorities at the port of entry.
• For minors, both parents must sign the application or provide notarized consent.
• Documents issued outside Belgium or Mexico must be apostilled or legalized and include a simple Spanish translation if necessary.
• Airline tickets or travel reservations are not required and do not influence visa approval.
• Issuance of the visa depends on the documentation and consular interview. Fees are non-refundable, even if the visa is denied.
Where is the Procedure Carried Out?
Embassy of Mexico in Belgium – Consular Section
Avenue Franklin Roosevelt 94
1050 Brussels, Belgium
Phone: (+32) 2 629 0777
Business hours: Monday–Friday, 09:00–13:00 (except holidays)