Foreigners who wish to remain in Mexico indefinitely must consult the up to date requirements before submiting your application by sending us an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Copy of the migratory document proving your legal status in Canada (only for applicants who are not Canadian citizens).
Economic solvency (please consult up do date amounts by sending an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Friendly reminder: We do not accept applications from lawyers/agents. The applicant must apply directly and comply with all the requirements or it will be disregarded.
A) Family Unity (Must complete process in Mexico at the National Migration Institute):
1. Ties to a Mexican citizen:
I. If the applicant has a child who is a Mexican citizen, the Mexican birth certificate of the child, original and a photocopy; or II. If the applicant has a Mexican parent, provided that the applicant is a child or adolescent who is not entitled to claim Mexican nationality, and has not married or has been declared incompetent and under the parent’s legal representation, ties can be demonstrated by presenting the applicant’s birth certificate, original and a photocopy; or III. If the applicant is the child of the spouse or common-law partner of a Mexican citizen, provided that the applicant is a child or adolescent, and has not married or has been declared incompetent and under the parent’s legal representation, ties can be demonstrated by presenting:
The applicant’s birth certificate, original and a photocopy; and
Marriage certificate or document proving the common-law union or equivalent relationship with the Mexican citizen, in accordance with the applicable legislation in the country where the legal act took place, original and a photocopy
Important Note:
A foreign spouse or common-law partner of a Mexican citizen or foreigner holding permanent resident status in Mexico may not, under any circumstances, be issued a permanent resident visa. Upon maintaining temporary resident status for a period of two years, the person may apply to the National Migration Institute for permanent resident status, provided the matrimonial or common-law relationship remains in force.
Immigration authorities may decide to refuse the request to enter the country if the applicant is subject to criminal process or has been convicted of a serious crime as defined by national laws on criminal matters or provisions in international treaties or conventions that the Mexican State is party to, or if the applicant’s background in Mexico or abroad could compromise national or public security, in accordance with Article 43 of the Migration Law.
