Processing time
No Mexican visitor visa when an INM alternative document applies Border / INM decides entry and stay
Stay period
Visitante sin permiso para realizar actividades remuneradas: up to 180 days as granted Do not exceed 180 days unless holding residence or another migratory status
Validity
Valid and current visa of Canada, the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom or a Schengen Area country Or permanent residence in Canada, the US, Japan, the UK, any Schengen country, or a Pacific Alliance member (Chile, Colombia, Peru)
Visa Fees and Charges
No Mexican visitor visa fee when this alternative applies
| Entry | Label | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| — | No Mexican visitor visa fee when this alternative applies | $0 |
About This Visa
Indian ordinary-passport holders normally need a Mexican visitor visa. INM lists official alternatives to that visa: a valid visa of Canada, the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom or any Schengen country; or permanent residence in Canada, the US, Japan, the UK, any Schengen country, or Pacific Alliance members Chile, Colombia or Peru. An APEC Business Travel Card approved by Mexico also works for air entry for business.
Present the passport and the alternative document at Immigration. Stay for tourism / unpaid activities is still capped at up to 180 days as the officer grants.
Documents Required
Alternative to Mexican visa
- Valid passport / travel document
- Valid US, Canada, Japan, UK or Schengen visa — or qualifying permanent residence card
- Hotel / return tickets / itinerary as Immigration may ask
- Airports: digital FMM is created at entry (no paper FMM to fill before flight). Land borders: complete FMM as directed
