Mexico Phasing Out Use of Paper Visitor Permits (FMM)
Mexico’s immigration service has begun to phase out use of paper versions of the FMM—the multi-purpose visitor permits and arrival form
Mexico Visas & Immigration
Guides and articles about Mexican visas, legal residency, and immigration
Guides and articles about Mexican visas, legal residency, and immigration
FAQs: Mexico’s Residency Visas and Residency Cards
These are the most frequently-asked questions we receive about Mexico’s temporary and permanent residency visas and residency cards—updated regularly
Mexico Immigration Assistance
Our associates provide advice to apply for residency in Mexico and practical assistance as you make your way through the application process
Legal Residency in Mexico and Your Lifestyle Plans
The type of Mexico residency permit you apply for depends on your lifestyle and intentions. Here are some typical situations and how they influence choices
Qualifying for Legal Residency in Mexico in 2025
If you don't qualify for residency in Mexico using your monthly income or savings/investments balance, some alternative routes exist—this article describes them
Managing Your Resident Card & Residency Status in Mexico
When you're legally resident in Mexico, you'll need to actively manage your residency card and file notifications about certain changes in your circumstances
Replacing Your Lost or Damaged Mexico Residency Card
If you discover that your Mexico residency card is lost, or it becomes damaged beyond use, you'll need to enter a special process to request a replacement card
Mexico’s Residency Cards Sport a New Contemporary Design
Mexico’s green and white residency cards are being updated with beige and burgundy color cards that include printed codes to make them easier for scanning
Exchanging a Mexico Residency Visa for a Card
When your Mexico residency application is granted, a visa sticker is placed in your passport. This sticker needs to be exchanged for a residency card in Mexico.
Time Limits on Mexico Visitor Visas and Residency Permits
Discover answers to common questions about time limits as well as exit/entry rules for Mexico visitor visas and residency permits
FAQs: Mexico’s Visitor Visas and Visitor Permit, the FMM
These are the most frequently-asked questions we receive in relation to Mexico's visitor visas, and the visitor permit—updated regularly
Procedures for Entering and Leaving Mexico
There are some straightforward paperwork procedures to engage with when you arrive to, and depart from, Mexico. This article describes them
