Temporary Resident Visa based on property acquisition
This visa allows a stay in Mexico of more than 180 days and up to 4 years, based on the acquisition of ownership of real property within Mexican territory.
Who is it for?
Foreign nationals who intend to enter Mexico as temporary residents due to having acquired ownership of real property within Mexican territory, in accordance with section V of Article 107 of the Regulations of the Migration Law.
This visa does not authorize the performance of paid employment in Mexico.
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. If you are not a Belgian national: Provide the original and a simple copy of the document proving legal stay in Belgium (visa or residence permit).
5. Proof of acquisition of real property in Mexico, through the following documentation:
• Original public deed granted before a Public Notary, evidencing that the foreign national holds ownership of real property with a value exceeding 91,710 days of UMA (Unit of Measure and Update) (approximately MXN 10,758,500; approximately EUR 519,482 according to the exchange rate applicable on the date of application).
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)