Visas and Permits for Mexico

Permit Applications
Foreign nationals visiting Mexico will need a permit in order to enter the country and the type of permit you will need depends on the period of time of your stay and also on the nature of your visit. Permits are either Immigrant or Non-Immigrant permits. The first are those needed by people wishing t olive in Mexico, whether on a temporary or long-term basis. Non-Immigrant Permits are for those visiting Mexico for a specific purpose and time period. These permits can be obtained at the Mexican Embassy or Consulate in your home country.

Types of Non-Immigrant Permits
There are different types of permits for foreign nationals visiting Mexico. The category most appropriate for those wishing to study in Mexico is the Student Permit Category . This permit will enable you t olive and study in Mexico and is granted at the Mexican Consulate in your local area. You must be able to prove self sufficiency by evidencing a certain amount of funds in a bank account. For full details about how to apply for permits for Mexico, check with your local Mexican Embassy or Consulate.

Permits should be applied for in each home country, as far in advance as possible.