How to get a Mexico visa from India
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Indian passport holders travelling to Mexico.
Visa types & fees
3 visa options for travelling to Mexico.
Business visa
Processing time2 days
Validity180 days
Fee (approx.)$36
Tourist visa
Processing time2 days
Validity180 days
Fee (approx.)$36
Work visa
Processing time2 days
Validitymore than 180 days
Fee (approx.)$36
Application requirements
Documents Indian applicants need to provide.
- An Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken in white background.
- Travel document must be complete.
- Proof of financial capability.
- Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
- A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
- Medical insurance to cover entire duration of stay.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- The Mexicans tourist visa is issued to Indians traveling to Mexico for tourism and visitation purposes.
- This visa is valid for 180 days.
- An invitation letter is required from the applicant traveling for tourism purposes.
- Currency restriction for entry into and exit out of Mexico is 10,000 USD.
- Proof of sufficient funds must be provided. This should come in form of a bank statement.
- A letter specifying the purpose of the trip and the dates of entry and departure is required.
- Proof of permanent residence in the country where the application is being made (India) is required.
- If you are under the age of 18, the unabridged original copy of your birth certificate should be made available. Also, a letter of consent signed by both your parents is required if you will be traveling without your parents.
- A document which shows that you have the incentive of returning to your country at the expiry of your visa should be submitted during the visa application process, e.g., proof of family ties or a stable job in the applicant's home country.
- Travelers bringing in additional goods beyond their personal effects worth $75.00 or more must declare those goods with Mexican customs or risk having them confiscated.
- The Mexican government has declared the area around the Popocatepetl and the Colima volcanoes off limits.
Business visa
- The Mexico business visa allows Indians visit Mexico for business purposes.
- Indians on this visa can attend business meetings and conferences, sign and negotiate business contracts with partner companies while in the country.
- Applicants of this visa who intend to attend business conferences in the country are advised to register for the conference before they leave India. The certificate of registration should be submitted with the other necessary documents required.
- A letter of invitation written on the company’s letterhead should be provided. The letter should state the duration and purpose of your visit to Mexico.
- A letter in Spanish from your company indicating that you are an employee and that the services you will provide in Mexico will be paid for by your company must be provided.
- If the travel expenses of the applicant will not be covered by the company, this should be expressly stated in the letter.
- The certificate of business registration of the inviting company in Mexico is required.
- Proof that you are an Indian resident must be provided. Non-citizens should provide a copy of their stay permit.
- Minors should ensure the original copy of their birth certificate is submitted with the other required documents. A letter of consent signed by both their parents is also required.
Work visa
- Indians traveling to Mexico for work purposes are required to apply for the Mexican work visa.
- A signed letter of authorization from the Mexican Immigration Office with the NUT (Número Único de Trámite) number must be provided.
- Applicants must provide a signed letter of job offer from company in Mexico.
- Signed letter of registration of the company or employer (Constancia de Inscripción de Empleador) is also required.
- Letter of Notification of Authorization of Visa received by the Mexican Company is required.
- The following documents are to be provided by the employer:
- Permit application form.
- Copy of the Articles of Incorporation and amendments.
- Proof of payment of quarterly taxes.
- List of company employees and their nationalities.
- Copy of the legal representatives’ identification.
- Letters of support signed by the legal representative.
- Notarized letter confirming the employee’s employment.
- Applicants are required to provide a letter from their employer stating the agreed salary and their relevant technical ability (in some cases this must be accompanied by a photocopy of an official ID of the person who signed it).
- Original and copy qualification certificates is required.
- Original and copy of the last six month's pay slips/stubs must be provided by the applicant.
- Applicants are required to provide a birth certificate and their resume.
- Proof of payment of visa fees is required.
- Once your work permit has been acquired, you are required to apply for a residence permit.
Where to apply
Mexico embassy & visa application centers in India.
New Delhi
AddressMexican Embassy in New Delhi, India --- C8 Anand Niketan New Delhi 110021 India
Phone(+91) 11 2411 7180
Email[email protected]
Websiteembamex.sre.gob.mx/india/
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Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to travel Mexico
Yes, It's safe to travel to Mexico. Aside from dangerous areas along the U.S. border and other regions where cartels operate, Mexico is mostly a safe country.
What is Mexico known for
Mexico is known for their long stretches of virgin beaches, numerous white sands, and beautiful coastal resorts.
Is it expensive to travel to Mexico
Mexico is generally very affordable, but due to its popularity and location, the Yucatan is slightly more expensive than other parts of Mexico that receive less tourism.
What vaccinations do I need for Mexico
The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Mexico: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera.
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