Procedure for Scheduling Visa Appointments

1. Access the Portal:
Visit the official website at citas.sre.gob.mx to begin the appointment scheduling process.

2. Language Selection:
On the account creation page, select your preferred language (e.g., English or French) from the available options at the top of the page.

3. Account Creation:

• Register using your full name as it appears in your passport.
• Appointments are non-transferable and must match the name on your travel documents.

4. Browser Recommendations:

• Use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to manage your appointment.
• The system may not function properly on mobile devices; use a laptop or desktop computer.

5. Video Tutorial:
Check our step-by-step guidance video here for assistance.

Key Information:

Appointment Availability:
If the message "no office found" appears, it means all appointments for the current month are fully booked.

Release of New Appointments:
New slots are released on the last business day of each month, around 5 PM (Nigeria time). Slots may open an hour earlier or later.

Advance Registration:

• Create your account in advance to increase your chances of securing a slot.
• Slots are limited and fill up quickly.
• All appointments must be scheduled through the official portal.

Once You Have Scheduled an Appointment

1. Appointment Day:
Bring your appointment confirmation to the Embassy.

2. Required Documents:

Check the relevant visa requirement pages based on your case:

• Visa Without Permission for Remunerated Activities
• Temporary Resident Visa
• Student Visa
• Permanent Resident Visa
• Visa with a Unique Processing Number (NUT) from the National Institute of Migration (INM).

3. Interview:

• On the date of the appointment, you must present ALL REQUIREMENTS based on the type of visa you are applying for.
• Bring all your supporting documents (originals and copies).
• Biometric data (photograph and fingerprints) will be collected prior to the interview.
• Interviews are conducted in Abuja, Nigeria, at the Embassy premises.
• Only individuals with confirmed appointments will be granted entry to the Embassy.
• Please note that mobile phones, tablets, or any electronic devices are not permitted inside the Embassy premises.

Instructions for Holders of a Unique Processing Number (NUT)

Submission:
Send the copy of your NUT to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Procedure:

• Attach a scanned copy of the relevant document.
• The request will be processed and the appointment scheduled.