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
Working in Mexico
Articles, advice and connections about working and work lifestyles in Mexico
Articles, advice and connections about working and work lifestyles in Mexico
Assistance to Exchange Your Mexico Visa for a Residency Card
If you need assistance exchanging your residency visa sticker for a residency card when you get to Mexico, our associates can help
Discover Places for Living, Working or Retirement in Mexico
This series introduces you to locations in Mexico that foreign residents consider for living, working or retirement, organized by their current notoriety
Mexico Immigration Guide 2023 – Free eBook
This free eBook is a complete guide about about immigration, visas and obtaining legal residency in Mexico, fully updated for 2023. Download your free copy.
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 Immigration Assistance
Our associates provide advice to apply for Mexican residency and practical help as you make your way through the application process
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.
Influencing Factors as You Choose a Place to Live in Mexico
Key factors and choices to contemplate as you shortlist potential places to live in Mexico and consider how they may suit your lifestyle needs
Prospects for Working Independently in Mexico
Working independently in Mexico offers opportunities, and presents certain challenges to those seeking to move here and set-up a working lifestyle abroad
Applications for Residency in Mexico via Consulates
Most applications for residency in Mexico begin at a Mexican consulate. Some documents might need to be 'apostilled'; this article describes the requirements
Family Unit & Applications for Residency from Within Mexico
Most foreigners seeking residency in Mexico need to apply from abroad. There are exceptions—commonly 'Family Unit' applications—and this article describes them
