Mexico visa requirements for Filipinos

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Mexico

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


  • Philippine passport (must be valid for at least six months on your travel date).
  • Photocopies of your passport (including the page with your picture as well as the last page where your signature appears).
  • Embassy working hours are from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (Mondays-Fridays).
  • A valid identification card (original and photocopies including the back and front sides) such as SSS/GSIS ID card, Driver’s License, Voter’s ID, Postal ID, Company ID or student ID.
  • Financial solvency (photocopy and original) including updated bank books/passbooks, updated bank certifications/statements, paid credit card statements, and valid international credit card.
  • Income Tax Return (for employees).
  • Original copy of employment certificate (for employees)
  • Business owner certificates (for business self-employed applicants), like DTI (Department of Trade and Industry) certificate and SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) certificate.
  • Marriage certificate (for married applicants).
  • Filled up and duly signed application form (available from the embassy).
  • Two pictures with a white background (size is 1.5 x 1.5 inch).
  • Travel itinerary.

Mexico Visa for Filipinos

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
Business visa 30 days 180 days
Student visa 1 week - 1 month 180 days
Tourist visa 2 days 180 days
Work visa 30 days 180 days

General Requirements for Mexico Visa


  • Philippine passport (must be valid for at least six months on your travel date).
  • Photocopies of your passport (including the page with your picture as well as the last page where your signature appears).
  • Embassy working hours are from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (Mondays-Fridays).
  • A valid identification card (original and photocopies including the back and front sides) such as SSS/GSIS ID card, Driver’s License, Voter’s ID, Postal ID, Company ID or student ID.
  • Financial solvency (photocopy and original) including updated bank books/passbooks, updated bank certifications/statements, paid credit card statements, and valid international credit card.
  • Income Tax Return (for employees).
  • Original copy of employment certificate (for employees)
  • Business owner certificates (for business self-employed applicants), like DTI (Department of Trade and Industry) certificate and SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) certificate.
  • Marriage certificate (for married applicants).
  • Filled up and duly signed application form (available from the embassy).
  • Two pictures with a white background (size is 1.5 x 1.5 inch).
  • Travel itinerary.
Mexico Business visa Mexico Student visa Mexico Tourist visa Mexico Work visa

Mexico Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Mexico for business purposes.
  • An original passport that must be valid for at least 6 months after the intended visit
  • Photocopies of the first and last page of the passport.
  • Cover letter by the applicant’s employer stating the length and purpose of the visit
  • Appointment letter that proves the applicant has been working with the company for at least 1 year
  • Letter of invitation from the Mexican company stating the length and purpose of the visit
  • Original payslips for the last 3 months
  • Bank statements for the last 3 months
  • A copy of the income tax returns for the last year
  • Recent passport photograph
  • Must be taken against a white background
  • The applicant’s face must cover 80% of the frame
  • The photograph must be clean and unmarked
  • Photograph size: 4.5 cm X 3.5 cm
  • A copy of the company’s income tax returns for the last two years
  • A copy of the company’s bank statements for the last 3 months.

Mexico Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Mexico for studies.
  • Original passport and a photocopy of the information page of the passport.
  • Original and photocopy of the letter of acceptance from the Mexican institution. The letter must contain your full name, complete name, and address of the institution, the degree, and the level, the area of study, the name, duration and costs of the course you are taking.
  • Bank account statements to prove your economic solvency during your stay in Mexico. If you are under 25, then you can provide your parents’ bank account statements.
  • If you have a scholarship, then you have to present the scholarship letter from the institution, mentioning the amount of the scholarship.
  • One passport size color photograph with a white background and face clearly shown.
  • Letter of acceptance from the institution in Mexico.
  • Copies of the transcript from previous institutions.

Mexico Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Mexico for tourism/visitation purposes.
  • Valid passport with photocopy
  • Completed application form
  • A letter of invitation from the host.
  • One passport size photo
  • Fees (payable by cash or postal order only)
  • Proof of sufficient funds (eg last three bank statements and letter stating current salary, or original letter from the person who financially supports the traveler
  • A letter specifying the purpose of the trip and the dates of entry and departure
  • Dependent on nationality, either reference letter from employer/educator or original and photocopy of return, or onward, ticket
  • Payment of visa fees.

Mexico Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Mexico for work purposes.
  • Passport with a minimum validity of 6 months.
  • A signed letter of authorization from the Mexican Immigration Office with the NUT (Número Único de Trámite) number.
  • A signed letter of the job offer from the company in Mexico.
  • A signed letter of registration of the company or employer (Constancia de Inscripción de Empleador).
  • Letter of Notification of Authorization of Visa received by the Mexican Company.
  • Airline ticket itinerary.
  • One colored passport size photograph (minimum size 3.2 cm x 26.0 cm; maximum size 3.9 cm x 3.1 cm; white background, no eye glasses).
  • One photocopy of the following documents: main page of Passport, National ID, any former Mexican visa, valid visa from any other country, and any original document you want to keep.
  • Proof of permanent or temporary legal residence, or legal entry, will be necessary if you are not a citizen of Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados or Suriname.
  • Apply in person at the Consular Section of the Embassy of Mexico in the Philippine from Monday to Friday, between 09:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Mexico Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

36.00 (USD)

Student visa

18.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

36.00 (USD)

Work visa

3500.00 (MXN)

Mexico Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines

Location

Address

Manila

150 Legaspi Street G.C. Corporate Plaza 2do. Piso Legaspi Village Makati City Manila 1229 Philippines.

embfilipinas@sre.gob.mx

(+63) 2 8812 2211 (+63) 2 8812 2212

Frequently Asked Questions

How are mobile networks and internet in Mexico?

Making telephone calls from Mexico is not a problem. You can make calls easily and internet cafes are everywhere.

How is accommodation arranged if I book alone?

If you book alone you will share your room with a fellow traveler (same sex when possible) unless you have booked a single room.

What kind of clothing and other stuff is practical to take?

In Mexico, you will travel through tropical lowlands as well as through mountainous areas. The latter has a moderate climate which may include cold nights. For this reason, you should bring thin, cotton clothes but also a closed neck long-sleeved T-shirt or a thin cotton roll-neck sweater. This will also protect you against mosquitoes. In addition, bring along a jersey or sweater and a waterproof jacket. Nights in San Cristóbal can be quite cold! Do not forget an umbrella as protection against rain and too much sun. 

What local customs do I need to bear in mind?

Politeness plays an important role in communication all over Mexico. When addressing somebody in a shop or on the bus, say hello first. A simple buenos días or buenas tardes accompanied by a smile works miracles, your greeting will be returned and, from that moment, the actual interaction begins.