Mexico visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting Mexico

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Mexican Visa.


  • A valid passport which has a validity of 6 months after your intended date of exit from the country.
  • Duly completed visa application form.
  • 2 passport-size photographs captured in a white background.
  • Proof that you have sufficient funds to take care of yourself while you are in the country.
  • Valid travel insurance which covers sufficient medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
  • Proof of accommodation for your stay in Mexico.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Mexico Visa for Ghanaians

Facts about Mexico


Mexico is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. The country is known for its beaches, culture and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are a plethora of beaches in the country with the most popular being the resort town of Cancun. University students during their spring break make the resort their top destination during this period. Other beaches include the beach in Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, Mazunte, etc. Activities to be carried out on the beaches in Mexico include surfing, snorkeling, cliff diving, and fishing.
 
Tourism in Mexico is the third-largest source of income for Mexico. The country is one of the most visited countries in the world and the second-most visited countries in the Americas. In 2017, the number of visitors in Mexico was close to 40 million which was up 12 percent from 2016. It has been estimated that the number is going to increase at a rate of about 4.2 million per year.
 
Foreigners visiting Mexico will not be allowed entry into or exit from Mexico with more than $10,000 or its equivalent in any currency. Punishment for drug-related crimes are very severe and those who are caught engaging in any of these offenses will be jailed for a long period of time. 

Types of Mexico Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 6 - 8 weeks 180 days
Business visa 6 - 8 weeks 180 days
Student visa 6 - 8 weeks Variable

General Requirements for Mexico Visa


  • A valid passport which has a validity of 6 months after your intended date of exit from the country.
  • Duly completed visa application form.
  • 2 passport-size photographs captured in a white background.
  • Proof that you have sufficient funds to take care of yourself while you are in the country.
  • Valid travel insurance which covers sufficient medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
  • Proof of accommodation for your stay in Mexico.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Mexico Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Student visa

160.00 (USD)

Mexico Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ghana


Location

Address

Accra

Plot 16, 1st Circular Road Cantonments, Accra-Ghana

embghana@sre.gob.mx / consularesgha@sre.gob.mx

Tel: (+233) 302 789 322

Frequently Asked Questions


Has Donald Trump built a wall over Mexico??
As of January 2019, no new miles of barriers had been built so far under President Trump, though some construction is expected to begin soon.

What is the chief religion of Mexico??
Catholic Christianity is the dominant religion in Mexico, representing about 83% of the total population as of 2010.

Can I apply for a Mexico visa online??
Mexico visa application can only be applied in person. Check with your nearest consulate if you need to make an appointment.

What is the usual processing time for a Mexico visa??
Mexico visa typically takes 2 days for processing. After you appear in person and submit your documents, you will be asked to pick up your passport the next day or two days after. 

Hello good evening. Is the embassy issuing visas for tourists? And do I need an invitation letter if I have hotel reservations for tourism purposes??
Hon Alhaji Basiru Mahama

3 years ago

Do i need an invitation letter for a tourist visa ???


Good day, I am a football player, I want to go to Mexico and play, how fast and how much would it cost for Visa and which type of Visa would be good for me??

Please I want to attend conference in Mexico can you help me to get Visa??

Its allowed to apply for visa if you are ghana residence or if you are living in ghana for temporary and what are the reqariment to apply for visa?

Please am Quaye Daniel Aboagye from Ghana but living in Bahrain How can I apply for tourist visa to travel to maxico?

How quickly can a Gambian citizen receive an approved Mexican visa at the Mexican embassy in Accra, Ghana? Is there an option for a fast track? What is the cost??

Hello sir/madam, Can I get Mexico work visa with my wife and what are the document do we need to submit and lastle the work visa fees . Thankfully Peter Nyantakyi.?

Hi please I want to visit Mexico as tourist can you help me?
Elise adekpe

2 years ago

how much I have to have in my bank account to be eligible to get a tourist visa from Ghana ? Mexico ?

obed assiamah

2 years ago

i want tour mexico


Pls how can I get Mexico working visa?

My name is Michael deh and i want to go to Mexico for one week?

Goodafternoon Am Mohammed from ghana but leaving in Germany with Italian resident permit please I need a tourist Visa to Mexico if is possible please?

Please i want to apply for a Mexican visa and they require a return ticket do i have to book a flight before i apply??

How can other nationals (Nigerian,Gambian) who are living and working in Ghana apply and obtain visa to Mexico from Ghana??

Hello I'm a citizen of Ghana I'm interested Mexico Visa?

Hi. Sir/ madam. Please I need a Mexican tourist visa I’m a Liberian. Presley in Dubai.?

Good morning sir/ madam My name Dominic from Ghana please can you help me with appointment??

Please am in Ghana and I want Mexico tourist visa?

can i have the Embassy number?

Can I transit through Mexico to Panama?