Mexico (North America)

While this isn’t technically a digital nomad visa, many remote workers are eligible for it. This scheme is Mexico’s Temporary Resident Visa. It is valid for one year and can be renewed to stay for a total of four years.

Holders of the visa may bring their spouses and dependents. They will also be considered tax residents of Mexico if they stay in the country for more than 183 days out of the year too.

While we have already determined that Mexico’s Temporary Resident Visa isn’t considered to be a specific digital nomad visa, it is geared towards remote workers and those who make a passive income.

Mexico Digital Nomad Visa Requirements

• Valid Passport – Passport must be valid for at least 6 months at the time of applying

• Earned $3,275 per Month for last 6 months – plus $861 per family member or

• Maintained bank balance of $54,600 net for the last 12 months or

• Own a Mexican property valued at least $457,500

• Health Insurance Policy –Must cover you for the duration of the visa

• Clean Criminal Record –Must not have a criminal history

• Processing Time – few weeks

• Visa Fee – $51

• Visa Duration – 12 months (can renew for 4 years)

• Tax – Yes

• Permanent Residency - Yes, after living full-time in Mexico for four years with a temporary residence visa, you may apply for permanent residency if you meet the requirements. This includes earning at least $5,460 USD per month for the last six months.

Steps to Apply

Step 1: Schedule Visa Appointment

Please note that you must visit a Mexican embassy or consulate in your country of residence. Depending on the location and time of year, it could take a few weeks to get the appointment. You can make an appointment through their online booking system found on the local embassy’s website.

Step 2: Gather Documents

These documents should be in either English or Spanish. They include:

• Original and Copy of Passport

• Proof of Income or funds - 12 Months of Bank Statements

• Passport-Size Photo (3.9 cm x 3.1 cm)

Step 3: Complete Application

Complete the application on the website of your local Mexican embassy or consulate. Make sure the complete the application in either English or Spanish. File the application with the rest of your documents and wait for your visa appointment.

Step 4: Attend Visa Appointment

Make sure you have all of your documents and completed application ready to bring with you. There will also be a fee of $51, payable in cash or money order.

During this appointment, you will go through a brief interview about your eligibility and history.

There have been cases where you will walk out of your appointment with the visa already in hand. Other times you may need to wait a couple of weeks.

Step 5: Receive Temporary Resident Permit

Once the visa is issued, you have six months to enter Mexico and register your temporary residency. Within 30 days of entering Mexico, you must go to an Instituto Nacional de Migración INM to get your temporary resident card.

To start, you must fill out the online form with your details. Then find the closest INM and bring with you the following documents:

• Valid Passport

• Temporary Resident Visa

• Original Receipt (and two copies) of Visa Fee

• Two Passport-Sized Photos Facing Front (3 cm x 2.5 cm)

• One Passport-Sized Photo from Right Side (3 cm x 2.5 cm)

You don’t have to make an appointment for this. Simply walk in and wait to be serviced.