Temporary Resident Visa

A Temporary Resident Visa is the first step if you want to stay in Mexico more than 180 days and less than 4 years.

The visa is valid for six months and is one entry. Once the applicant arrives in Mexico, it is mandatory to present the Temporary Resident Visa at the INM (National Institute of Migration) within the first 30 days of arrival, in order to request a Temporary Resident Card, which will allow you to live in the country for up to four years (including multiple entries).

A Temporary Resident Visa does NOT allow the visa holder to work in Mexico, unless a working permit has been previously authorized by the INM (National Institute of Immigration).

However, under normal circumstances it is possible to obtain a Temporary Resident Visa and apply for a working permit once in Mexico, but be advised, no work is possible until Mexican immigration authorities have granted the working permit, regardless of the visa held by the applicant.

All visas are processed at the Mexican Embassy (AMP Chambers Level 2/187 Featherston Street, Lambton, Wellington 6011 New Zealand). The physical presence of the applicant at the Embassy is an absolute requirement Videocalls (Zoom, Skype, etc) are not an option.

Requirements and steps to follow:

• Valid passport.
• One colour photograph without retouching, passport size (white background, without glasses, without makeup, without a beard or moustache, bare head, or any garment that prevents full identification of the person and taken prior to the request for proof of not more than 30 days).
• Visa issued by Immigration New Zealand (for non-New Zealand citizens).
• Marriage certificate (if the main applicant will sponsor their partner).
• Birth certificate (for minors only).

Chose the category that applies to your situation

1. Economic Solvency:
   Option 1: Bank statements from the last 12 months, with a monthly average of $86,000.00 NZD
   Option 2: Proof of steady income from the last 6 months, with a monthly average of $5,300.00 NZD
   ***$1,800.00 NZD must be added to the total amount, per family member sponsored by the main applicant***
2. Scientific Investigation in Mexican Waters:
   Letter by which the diplomatic representation in Mexico confirms that the Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs has received the authorisation by the national authorities for the scientific/research activities in Mexican waters. The letter must contain full name and nationality of the applicant, name of the organisation, information about activities/projects and estimated length of the activity.
   • Full name and nationality of the applicant.
   • Name of the organisation or institution, full address, contact information, registration number and purpose of the organisation.
   • Information about the activities or project to develop and estimated duration.
   • Invitation from an Organisation or an Institution.
   • Invitation letter to participate in an unpaid activity in Mexico, with the following information:
     • Full name and nationality of the applicant.
     • Name of the organisation or institution, full address, contact information, registration number and purpose of the organisation.
     • Information about the activities or project to develop and estimated duration.
     • The binding responsibility to cover living expenses of the applicant.
     • Copy of the official ID of the person who signs the responsive letter.
     • Documents providing proof of applicant’s skills to perform such activities.
     • If the organisation will cover the applicant’s expenses, proof of economic solvency. Except for institutions for the National Education System.
     • If the organisation will not cover the expenses, economic solvency from the applicant.
3. Familiar Unity:
   • Official ID of the Mexican citizen or Resident of Mexico. The person must be physically present at the Embassy of Mexico in New Zealand during the appointment.
   • Economic solvency: $1,800.00 NZD per family member sponsored.
   For spouses: Marriage certificate.
   For parents: Birth certificate of the Mexican citizen or resident.
   For minors: Birth certificate of the applicant.
   For children of spouses: Birth certificate of the applicant and marriage certificate of the spouse.
   Ownership of real estate in Mexico
4. Investor:
   • Proof of participation in the capital stock of a Mexican legal entity (deed or policy), with a share of at least $345,000.00 NZD
   • Proof of the ownership of personal property or fixed assets in Mexico, with a value of at least $345,000.00 NZD
   • Proof of the development of economic or business activities in Mexico, with documents such as contracts, invoices, receipts, or proof issued by IMSS proving that the company in Mexico is an employer of at least three workers.

If you meet all the requirements, all documents should be sent to the following email address Esta dirección de correo electrónico está siendo protegida contra los robots de spam. Necesita tener JavaScript habilitado para poder verlo. in PDF format. The documents will be revised and we will contact you to schedule an appointment if everything is correct. Once the appointment date has been set, you will need to bring all your original documents and all applicants MUST come on the day of the appointment. Appointments and interviews can only be in person at the Embassy of Mexico in Wellington. Videocalls (Zoom, Skype, etc) are not an option.