FAQ: How Long Can You Live In Mexico Without A Visa?

Visa Not Required for Mexico Visa-exempt travelers who come to Mexico for tourism or business can stay for a maximum of 180 days without a visa, while travelers who want to transit through the country can stay for a maximum of 30 days visa-free.

What happens if I stay in Mexico more than 6 months?

The permitted stay is written on the tourist card or FMM, which is a separate document from the traveler’s visa and passport. If instead they wish to stay longer than 6 months, they may have to apply for a new visa or leave the country temporarily and obtain a new FMM as they return to the Mexican border.

How long can you live in Mexico as a US citizen?

As an American, you can stay in Mexico for six months (or 180 days) at a time with a “visitor’s visa” — everyone over age 16 who travels to Mexico with a US passport automatically enjoys this option. You will be given this document before you arrive in the country (either via plane or at a border crossing).

How can I live in Mexico legally?

To apply for and be granted a permanent resident visa, the applicants must:

1. have certain close family connections in Mexico, or.
2. apply for retirement status and prove they have sufficient monthly income (or substantial assets) to support themselves, or.
3. have 4 consecutive years of regular status as Temporary Resident, or.

Can I live in Mexico as a permanent resident?

A lawful permanent resident (LPR) may be permitted to live in Canada or Mexico and commute to the United States for work while maintaining LPR status.

Can I live in Mexico without a visa?

Visa Not Required for Mexico Visa-exempt travelers who come to Mexico for tourism or business can stay for a maximum of 180 days without a visa, while travelers who want to transit through the country can stay for a maximum of 30 days visa-free.

Can you live in Mexico without being a citizen?

Unsurprisingly, you’ll need a visa to live in Mexico. By law, you can stay in the country as a tourist for up to six months. You’re also able to make a visa run to another country, then re-enter Mexico for another six months.

Can you just move to Mexico?

You can also visit Mexico from the US without a visa, which is a good option if you want to get a taste of the country without committing entirely. If you’re decided on living in Mexico for the long haul you can apply for a temporary-residency visa while in the US.

How much money do you need to get permanent residency in Mexico?

Legal residency based on a capital investment in Mexico The minimum investment required about US$150,000 if Minimum Salary multiples are applied and about US$100,000 if UMA is applied.

Can I collect Social Security and live in Mexico?

Great news! If you’re a U.S. citizen, you can still receive your Social Security payments while living in Mexico. You can even have the payments deposited directly into a Mexican bank account.

How do I get temporary residency in Mexico?

In most cases you must leave Mexico to apply for Temporary Residence, some exceptions include being married to a Mexican citizen, or family ties to a Mexican citizen. As Temporary Resident you may apply for a work visa, as a Permanent residency holder, you can work in Mexico without applying for permission.

How can I move to Mexico temporarily?

Temporary Resident Visa (Visa de Residente Temporal) If you are staying longer than six months, you can apply for a Temporary Resident Visa at your local Mexican consulate before you travel. You may be able to apply when you are already in Mexico, but only in specific cases, including families and spouses of residents.

What are the benefits of being a permanent resident in Mexico?

Advantages of a Permanent Resident Visa

• You can stay in Mexico as long as you like.
• You do not have to renew it.
• You can enter and leave Mexico as many times as you want.
• You can open a Mexican bank account.
• You can apply for a Mexican driver’s license.
• You can buy and register a car in Mexico.

Can you buy a house in Mexico if you’re American?

Foreigners can own property in Mexico. It’s perfectly legal. Outside the restricted zones—50 kilometers (about 31 miles) from shorelines and 100 kilometers (about 62 miles) from international borders—foreigners can hold direct deed to property with the same rights and responsibilities as Mexican nationals.

How long does it take for a Mexican to get a green card?

How long is the process to obtain a Permanent Mexico Green Card? 1 to 10 days in the Mexican Consulate in USA. After the visa is approved in the Mexican Consulate the process to obtain the Permanent Resident Card in the corresponding Mexico INM Immigration office according to your Mexico address, takes 1 to 7 days.