Mexico Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
63
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
4
Total streamlined
67
Visa required in advance
131

Mexico's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Mexico tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Mexico Visa-Free (63)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Mexico without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Mexico (4)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

Fees

Mexico Visa Fees (updated 28 Jul 2026)

  • Visitor visa without permission to engage in remunerated activities (consular sticker visa)

    typically up to 180 days per stay; visa validity commonly 180 days single entry (up to 10 years multiple-entry in some cases)official sourceembamex.sre.gob.mx ↗

    USD 56

  • Visitor visa with permission to engage in remunerated activities

    up to 180 daysofficial sourceembamex.sre.gob.mx ↗

    USD 321

  • Electronic Travel Authorization (SAE - Sistema de Autorizacion Electronica)

    30 days from issue, single entry, air travel only (participating airlines)official sourceinm.gob.mx ↗

    Free

  • Multiple Migratory Form (FMM) / visitor fee (DNR - Derecho de No Residente)

    up to 180 days, single entry (days granted at officer's discretion)official sourceinm.gob.mx ↗

    MXN 983 (~$56)

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Transit

Mexico Transit Visa

Mexico publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visitor Visa (Visa de Visitante en Tránsito)

Permits foreign nationals to transit through Mexico en route to a third country, covering layovers or brief stops that require passing through Mexican immigration.

up to 30 days

Visa-exempt nationals do not require a transit visa. Citizens of nationalities that require a visa must obtain one prior to transit. Transit visas are covered under the Visitor Visa framework in Mexico's Ley de Migración. The standard non-lucrative visitor visa also covers transit purposes for those who require a visa.

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FAQ

Mexico Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Mexico?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Mexico visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Mexico tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Mexico without a visa?

63 countries can visit Mexico without a visa in 2026, including: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Mexico.

How do I apply for a Mexico tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Mexico, you typically need to apply at a Mexico embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Mexico without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Mexico varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Mexico Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Mexico visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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