Visa for theft, loss, or destruction of immigration card proving legal status in Mexico

This visa is issued due to the theft, loss, or destruction of a Mexican card proving legal status in Mexico.

 

Who is it for?

Foreign nationals who have had their Mexican visitor, temporary or permanent resident card stolen, lost, or destroyed while outside of 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. Probatory documents:
    • 4a. Original police report filed with the competent authority in the jurisdiction where the theft, loss, or destruction of the visa card occurred.
    • 4b. Original visa card, in case of partial destruction.

 

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: Consular Fees 2024.
  4. Processing Time and Completion:
    • Once the foreign national submits the application, the consular office consults with the National Institute of Migration (INM) within up to two business days regarding the eligibility and terms for issuing the visa.
    • The INM must respond within a maximum of five business days.
    • Once authorization is received from the INM, the Consular Section issues the corresponding visa and notifies the applicant to complete the process.
    • The process concludes with the delivery of the visa, which is stamped in your passport.

 

Important Considerations

  • Visa must be used within 180 days from issuance.
  • Once in Mexico, you must apply for the new immigration 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)

 

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