EXEMPTION OF THE MEXICAN VISA TO TRAVEL TO MEXICO
EXEMPTION OF THE MEXICAN VISA TO TRAVEL TO MEXICO
FOR ALL NATIONALITIES: The visitor of any nationality whose purpose of traveling to Mexico is tourism, business, or transit holding a valid Canadian, Japanese, British, USA, or Schengen Space countries visa does not need to obtain a Mexican visa. The immigration authorities at the point of entry in Mexico (airport -border - port) will verify the validity of the USA visa (or flight ticket USA-Mexico) and the passport presented and thereafter will grant entry to Mexican territory.
The visitor of any nationality whose purpose of traveling to Mexico is tourism, business or transit and who is a legal permanent resident in the USA, Canada, United Kingdom, Japan, or the Schengen Space is exempted from applying for a Mexican visa, provided that the visitor proves the permanent residence before the immigration authorities at the point of entry in Mexico (airport -border - port).
The visitor holding an ABTC card issued by APEC is exempted from applying for a Mexican visa.
Malaysians
- Since 9th November 2012 the consular stamp does not longer exist and Malaysian nationals are exempted from obtaining a Mexican visa to enter Mexico if the purpose of the visit is to perform non-paid activities for up to 180 days (visitor without permit to perform paid activities). For example, tourism, business, technical visit and transit.
- A visa is required for the following cases:
- To study for more than 6 months
- To perform paid activities.
- To reside temporarily.
- To reside permanently.
- Malaysians holding a diplomatic or official passport do not require a visa to enter Mexico, being entitled to stays of 90 days.
Other nationalities
CLICK FOR THE LIST OF COUNTRIES THAT REQUIRE A VISA TO TRAVEL TO MEXICO.
Important
If you are granted a Mexican visa, you will be able to travel to Mexico. It does not guarantee entry to the country. At the point of entry, Mexican immigration authorities may ask you some questions to confirm the reasons you are traveling, the length of your stay in Mexico, and how you are financing your trip.
As in all countries, Mexican immigration authorities will verify the authenticity of all the documents you present and the truthfulness of the information you provide. They will also confirm that no outright restriction exists.
The reasons for your trip must match your visa type.
Applying For a Visa
Instructions about payment will be given at the counter.
Payment is non-refundable and also does not guarantee that the visa application will be approved.
As of September 1, 2021, you can schedule your appointment at: https://citas.sre.gob.mx
If you want to make an appointment online, please follow these steps:
https://embamex.sre.gob.mx/malasia/images/pdf/AccountMiConsulado.pdf
- Visa for visitor or temporary residence with permission to engage in gainful activity. (NUT number. INM)
- Visitor without permit to perform paid activities. (Tourism, business, technical visit, transit, to study for less than 180 days).
- Visa Temporary Residence.
If you need to apply for a visa, you must fulfil the following requirements:
General requirements
- To get a visa application form, please DOWNLOAD HERE
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents or tutors must sign the format before the officer at the Embassy.
Tourist Visa
Applicable to foreigners who intend to enter Mexico as a visitor without permission to engage in paid activities, for a period of up to 180 days.
Requirements:
I. Original passport or current identification and travel document valid under international law;
II. Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
III. An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
IV. One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm
V. Submit documents proving any of the following:
a) Establishment of residence.
b) Financial solvency.
• Letter of employment, indicating the name of the company, address, telephone, e-mail, name of the workers, job function, date of joining the company, and salary after taxes. The letter must be sealed by the Human Resources Department of the company where the applicant works;
• Salary slips during the last three months with the stamp and signature of the manager of the Human Resources Department.
• If the person has been working less than 1 year in the current company, he or she must submit the letter of employment from the previous job with the stamp and signature of the manager of the Human Resources Department.
Or the visa applicant can submit the following documents:
• Original and copy of investments, a bank balance account during the last 3 months, with seal and signature of the bank.
c) Invitation from a public or private organization or institution.
d) Humanitarian cause.
e) Scientific research or sample collection in national territory or within the country's jurisdictional waters, subject to prior authorization from the competent national authorities in waters under territorial jurisdiction.
f) Studies.
• Letter of the University or School containing the name of the program the applicant is studying, the start date of the studies, the contact information of the university, the name of the applicant, and the seal and signature of the director.
• A statement from the school stating the amount of the scholarship and the date since the applicant has been awarded a scholarship.
• Letter of part- time-employment, indicating the name of the company, address, telephone, e-mail, name of the employee, job function, date of joining the company, and salary after taxes, with the stamp and signature of the manager of the Human Resources Department.
• Original and copy of a bank statement during the last 3 months, with seal and signature of the bank.
h) Participation in an event sponsored or sponsored by the Federal Public Administration, as well as by autonomous constitutional bodies, for a maximum period of 180 days.
Fees:
For visa receipt, application, and, if applicable, authorization: USD 54.00
Appointment Request:
Once you meet the requirements to apply for your visa, you must schedule an appointment through the portal.
Important information: Having a visa does not guarantee entry into Mexico. It only allows the foreigner to present themselves at the point of entry to request entry into the country.
Entry or admission to Mexico is subject to approval by health and immigration authorities at the points of entry, known as immigration checkpoints. These authorities may, at any time, conduct an interview regarding the purpose of the trip and verify the requirements established in the applicable legal provisions (Article 37 of the Immigration Law and Article 60 of its Regulations).
Visitor without permit to perform paid activities - Long validity
Applicable to foreigners with substantial financial solvency, frequent travelers, prominent individuals, spouse, common-law partner, or equivalent figure of a Mexican national or temporary or permanent resident, family member of a temporary or permanent resident, or diplomatic or consular official accredited in Mexico, and supervisors of a foreign company with a subsidiary in Mexico, or executive staff of subsidiaries or commercial offices of Mexican companies abroad who wish to enter Mexico as a visitor without permission to engage in paid activities and whose purpose is not to reside in Mexico.
Requirements:
I. Original passport or current identification and travel document valid under international law.
II. Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
III. An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
IV. One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm
V. Submit documents proving any of the following:
a) Financial solvency.
• Letter of employment, indicating the name of the company, address, telephone, e-mail, name of the workers, job function, date of joining the company, and salary after taxes. The letter must be sealed by the Human Resources Department of the company where the applicant works;
• Salary slips during the last three months with the stamp and signature of the manager of the Human Resources Department.
• If the person has been working less than 1 year in the current company, he or she must submit the letter of employment from the previous job with the stamp and signature of the manager of the Human Resources Department.
Or the visa applicant can submit the following documents:
• Original and copy of investments, a bank balance account during the last 6 months, with seal and signature of the bank.
b) Frequent traveler.
c) Prominent person.
d) Family member of a Mexican national.
e) Family member of a foreign temporary or permanent resident.
f) Family member of a diplomatic or consular official accredited in Mexico with an ordinary passport.
g) Supervisor of a foreign company with a subsidiary in Mexico or executive staff of commercial offices or Mexican companies abroad.
Fees:
For visa receipt, application, and, where applicable, authorization: USD 53.00
Appointment Request:
Once you meet the requirements to apply for your visa, you must schedule an appointment through the portal.
“MiConsulado” https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/ or https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/citas-consulares
Important information: Having a visa does not guarantee entry into Mexico. It only allows the foreigner to present themselves at the point of entry to request entry into the country.
Entry or admission to Mexico is subject to approval by health and immigration authorities at the points of entry, known as immigration checkpoints. These authorities may, at any time, conduct an interview regarding the purpose of the trip and verify the requirements established in the applicable legal provisions (Article 37 of the Immigration Law and Article 60 of its Regulations).
Visitor for processing an adoption
Applicable to foreigners who intend to enter Mexico as Visitors for adoption purposes and who are nationals or habitual residents of a country that is a party to the Hague Convention on the Protection of Minors and Cooperation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption or of a country with which Mexico has signed an agreement on the matter.
Requirements:
I. Original passport or current identification and travel document valid under international law;
II. Original of the Adoptability or Pre-assignment Report issued by the National System for the Integral Development of the Family, which includes information on the identity of the child or adolescent;
III. An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
IV. Original acceptance of the assignment of the minor and continuation of the adoption procedure issued by the Central Authority of the Receiving State, expressing its and the applicants' willingness to continue with the adoption process; and
V. Payment of fees for the reception, review of the application, and, where applicable, visa authorization in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Rights Law.
VI. One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm
NOTE: Within 30 calendar days of entering the country, foreigners must obtain a visitor's card for adoption purposes from the National Migration Institute.
Appointment Request:
Once you meet the requirements to apply for your visa, you must schedule an appointment through the portal.
“MiConsulado” https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/ or https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/citas-consulares
Important information: Having a visa does not guarantee entry into Mexico. It only allows the foreigner to present themselves at the point of entry to request entry into the country.
Entry or admission to Mexico is subject to approval by health and immigration authorities at the points of entry, known as immigration checkpoints. These authorities may, at any time, conduct an interview regarding the purpose of the trip and verify the requirements established in the applicable legal provisions (Article 37 of the Immigration Law and Article 60 of its Regulations).
Temporary residence Visa
Applicable to foreigners who intend to enter Mexico as temporary residents for a period of more than 180 days and no more than 4 years.
This type of visa allows foreigners to work in our country, as long as their salary is paid abroad.
If they have a job offer in Mexico and receive their salary within the country, the company or individual must first apply directly to the National Immigration Institute for authorization to issue a visa for the foreigner.
Requirements:
I. Original passport or current identification and travel document valid under international law;
II. Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
III. An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
IV. One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm
V. A letter from the Instituto Nacional de Migración (INAMI) containing the NUT number. (Número Único de Trámite).
For Temporary Residence Visa obtained by economic solvency, the applicant must submit the following documents:
Financial solvency.
• Letter of employment, indicating the name of the company, address, telephone, e-mail, name of the workers, job function, date of joining the company, and salary after taxes. The letter must be sealed by the Human Resources Department of the company where the applicant works;
• Salary slips during the six months with the stamp and signature of the manager of the Human Resources Department.
• Original and copy of investments, a bank balance account during the last 12 months, with seal and signature of the bank.
• Any foreign bank statement or investment certificate issued outside Malaysia must be authenticated by a notary public from the country where the document was issued or originated. Later, the document must be apostilled or legalized if the country is not a member of the Apostille Convention.
• Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
• An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
• One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm.
For Temporary Residence Visa obtained by family reunification, the applicant must submit the following documents:
• Original and copy of the Mexican marriage certificate; or
• Original and copy of the birth certificate. Submit this document if the visa applicant is a son or daughter of the father or mother who holds the Mexican Residente Temporal or Residente Permanente card
• The foreign marriage certificate or foreign birth certificate MUST be presented in Spanish or English and have the Apostille seal stamped on it or be legalized if the document was NOT issued in Mexico.
• Original and copy of investments, a Mexican bank statement with seal and signature of the bank during the last 12 months.
• Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
• An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
• One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm.
Also, it is possible to obtain a Temporary Residence visa by submitting the following documents:
Scientific research in Mexican waters.
Invitation from a public or private organization or institution.
Under the protection of an international legal instrument on the mobility of persons.
Real estate in national territory.
Investor.
NOTE: In all cases, foreigners must apply for a residence card certifying their legal stay and allowing them to remain in the country within 30 calendar days of entering the country.
Fees:
For visa receipt, application, and, where applicable, authorization: USD 54.00
Appointment Request:
Once you meet the requirements to apply for your visa, you must schedule an appointment through the portal.
“MiConsulado” https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/ or https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/citas-consulares
Important information: Having a visa does not guarantee entry into Mexico. It only allows the foreigner to present themselves at the point of entry to request entry into the country.
Entry or admission to Mexico is subject to approval by health and immigration authorities at the points of entry, known as immigration checkpoints. These authorities may, at any time, conduct an interview regarding the purpose of the trip and verify the requirements established in the applicable legal provisions (Article 37 of the Immigration Law and Article 60 of its Regulations).
Student Temporary Residence Visa
Applicable to foreigners who intend to enter Mexico as temporary resident students.
Foreigners with Temporary Resident Student status may apply to the National Immigration Institute for authorization to engage in paid work in Mexico.
Requirements:
I. Original passport or current identity and travel document valid under international law;
II.Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
III .An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
IV.One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm.
III. Submit documents proving any of the following:
Under an international legal instrument on the mobility of persons.
a) Studies
• Letter of acceptance by the University/Institution that should include the following information:
• Name of the University or Institution, address, and official registration number;
• Complete name of the applicant/student (same as in the passport) and nationality;
• Level of the course and area of studies;
• Name of the course or activity;
• Length of the course and dates;
• Cost of the course or activity;
• Proof of economic solvency to cover the studies. Bank statements for the last three months with signature and seal of the bank or Letter of employment, indicating the name of the company, address, telephone, e-mail, name of the employee, job function, date of joining the company, and salary after taxes, with the stamp and signature of the manager of the Human Resources Department.
• Salary slips during the three months with the stamp and signature of the manager of the Human Resources Department.
• People who are receiving a scholarship: The letter must mention the amount of the scholarship that the student will receive;
• People who are under 25 years old: Their parents can sponsor their studies. The birth certificate of the visa applicant and official identifications of both parents must be submitted;
• Solvency may be proven by the applicant, their parents, or the person exercising parental authority or guardianship, provided they are under twenty-five years of age, or with a letter from the educational institution certifying that they have received a scholarship, or a document from a banking or financial institution proving that they have received funding.
• People who are above 25 years old: Must demonstrate that they have enough resources to cover their expenses on their own.
Note: The temporary student residence card that proves legal residence and allows them to remain in the country must be processed within the following 30 calendar days from the date of entry into the country.
Fees:
For visa receipt, application, and, where applicable, authorization: USD 54.00
Appointment Request:
Once you meet the requirements to apply for your visa, you must schedule an appointment through the portal.
“MiConsulado” https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/ or https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/citas-consulares
Important information: Having a visa does not guarantee entry into Mexico. It only allows the foreigner to present themselves at the point of entry to request entry into the country.
Entry or admission to Mexico is subject to approval by health and immigration authorities at the points of entry, known as immigration checkpoints. These authorities may, at any time, conduct an interview regarding the purpose of the trip and verify the requirements established in the applicable legal provisions (Article 37 of the Immigration Law and Article 60 of its Regulations).
Permanent residence
Applicable to foreigners who intend to enter the country as permanent residents.
Requirements:
I. Original passport or current identification and travel document valid under international law;
II.Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
III .An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
IV.One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm.
II.Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
III .An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
IV. One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm.
II. Original document proving legal stay, Malaysia working pass or working visa; if the foreigner is not a national of the country where the visa is being requested;
III .An application form duly completed MUST be printed on both sides on one (1) page, and please fill out the form on the back page as well, mandatory, mentioning documents presented together.
IV. One photo, white background, without glasses, 2.5cm x 3.5cm.
V. Submit documents proving any of the following:
a. Retirees or pensioners.
Any foreign document issued outside Malaysia must have the Apostille seal or Legalization stamp.
b. Family unit.
Any foreign document issued outside Malaysia must have the Apostille seal or Legalization stamp.
c. Points system.
Note: The residence card that certifies your legal stay and allows you to remain in the country must be processed through the National Migration Institute (INM) within 30 calendar days of your entry into the country.
Fees:
For receipt, application, and, where applicable, authorization of the visa: USD 54.00
Appointment Request:
Once you meet the requirements to apply for your visa, you must schedule an appointment through the portal.
“MiConsulado” https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/ or https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/citas-consulares
Important information: Having a visa does not guarantee entry into Mexico. It only allows the foreigner to present themselves at the point of entry to request entry into the country.
Entry or admission to Mexico is subject to approval by health and immigration authorities at the points of entry, known as immigration checkpoints. These authorities may, at any time, conduct an interview regarding the purpose of the trip and verify the requirements established in the applicable legal provisions (Article 37 of the Immigration Law and Article 60 of its Regulations).
I. Visitor Visa without permission to engage in paid activities, when requested for humanitarian reasons.
II. Visitor Visa with permission to engage in paid activities, when requested based on a job offer.
III. Temporary Residence Visa, when requested based on a job offer or by family unit.
IV. Permanent Residence Visa, when requested based on the points system, by family unit, or by referral from refugee status.
In this section, you can find general information about the types of visas available for foreigners, which are initially processed through the National Immigration Institute:
https://www.inm.gob.mx/mpublic/publico/inm-tramites.html?h_dsplp02=es
Note: Once authorization has been obtained from the Mexican National Immigration and Nationality Institute (IMN), the foreigner or interested party must go to the Mexican Embassy or Consulate with the necessary requirements for a consular interview and visa issuance.
Fees:
Applies exclusively to visitor visas with permission to engage in paid activities (Job Offer Visa).
Visitor with permission to engage in paid activities: 313.00 USD
For visa receipt, application, and, where applicable, authorization: 54.00 USD
Appointment Request:
Once you meet the requirements to apply for your visa, you must schedule an appointment through the portal.
“MiConsulado” https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/ or https://www.miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/citas-consulares
Important information: Having a visa does not guarantee entry into Mexico. It only allows the foreigner to present themselves at the point of entry to request entry into the country.
Entry or admission to Mexico is subject to approval by health and immigration authorities at the points of entry, known as immigration checkpoints. These authorities may, at any time, conduct an interview regarding the purpose of the trip and verify the requirements established in the applicable legal provisions (Article 37 of the Immigration Law and Article 60 of its Regulations).
