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Mexico

Temporary or permanent residence

Long stays normally start with a resident visa at a Mexican consulate. After entry, applicants complete the exchange for a residence card with the National Immigration Institute.

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First stepMexican consulate
In MexicoINM card exchange
RoutesTemporary or permanent
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How the process works

  1. 1

    Choose the qualifying residence basis.

  2. 2

    Book the responsible consular appointment.

  3. 3

    Obtain the resident visa before travel.

  4. 4

    Exchange it for the INM residence card.

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Providers serving Mexico

3 listed

Residency consultation and relocation assistance. Listed for Mexico; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Embassy and consular servicesVisasResidence permitsRelocation and settlement

Access to Mexico immigration professionals. Listed for Mexico; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Embassy and consular servicesVisasResidence permits

Corporate immigration and compliance services. Listed for Mexico; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Embassy and consular servicesCompany registrationVisasResidence permits