The Digital Nomad Visa in Mexico offers temporary residency to qualified remote workers and digital nomads who earn income from outside the country.
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Mexico's Temporary Resident Visa, commonly referred to as the Digital Nomad Visa, provides a pathway for remote workers to live in Mexico for extended periods. This program is designed to attract digital professionals who can contribute to the local economy while working for foreign employers or clients.
Overview
A route to temporary residency for qualified digital nomads and remote workers in Mexico
Eligibility Requirements
Employee or freelancer for a foreign company
Anchor Ancestor restrictions
Months to citizenship
Length of Visa
1 year, renewable for up to 4 years
Months to Visa
1-2 months
Physical Presence Requirement
None specified
Availability
Medium
Family Allowance
Spouse and children
Overview
Apply at a Mexican embassy or consulate in your home country before traveling to Mexico
Overview
Our experienced team will guide you through each stage of the application process, offering personalized assistance tailored to your needs.
We'll help you gather and organize the documents you need for applying.
Once your documents are ready, we'll let you know where and how to submit your application to the relevant authorities.
Questions?
Find answers to common questions about GlobalPassport™ and our services.
Can I work for Mexican companies on this visa?
Is it possible to bring my family on this visa?
Do I need to speak Spanish to apply for this visa?
Can I apply for permanent residency after holding this visa?
Will I be taxed in Mexico on my foreign income?
DOCUMENTS
Passport
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Not applicable
Clean criminal record required+Some consulates may ask for a police clearance certificate
Income Verification: Bank statements for the last 6-12 months+Proof of economic solvency: Monthly income of at least 300 times the daily minimum wage in Mexico City (approximately $1,620 USD as of 2024) OR savings equivalent to 5,000 days of the minimum wage (approximately $27,000 USD as of 2024)
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
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