Mexico Tourist Visa Documentation Requirements for Indians 

Mexico is a popular tourist destination due to its beaches, mystical Mayan ruins, irresistible artwork, and regional food. Those who want to visit Mexcio for tourism purposes can apply for a Mexcio tourist visa. A Mexican tourist visa is available for a maximum period of 180 days. The cost is around  INR 3,850 and takes 2-3 days for processing. A tourist visa can also be obtained for visiting relatives and friends in Mexico. Before applying for a Mexican visa, applicants must be aware of the Mexico tourist visa documentation requirements. Therefore, in this blog, we have included the Mexico tourist visa requirements in detail.

Important Mexico Tourist Visa Requirements

The following are the important Mexico tourist visa requirements. The applicants must arrange these documents before applying for a Mexico tourist visa.

• A passport with at least 6 months validity. The passport must have a minimum of 3 blank pages. If the applicant has an old passport it must be presented as well 
• Additionally, the applicant must submit 2 colour passport photographs. The photograph must be 4.5 cm in length and 3.5 cm in width 
• A completed and signed visa application form, and a personal cover letter. The personal cover letter must explain the purpose of staying in Mexico
• The applicant must submit a bank statement of at least 3 months 
• Personal Income Tax Return (ITR) or Form 16 (previous year).
• Visa fee ($51 US Dollars payable in INR at the current exchange rate).
• Travel tickets to return to the home country must be submitted
• An accommodation proof such as a hotel reservation for the duration of the stay
• A travel Iteneary consisting of a day-wise plan and outlining elements of the trip

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Mexico Tourist Visa Requirements for Employed, Self Employed & Retired Personnel 

Apart from the above documents, applicants must also present other additional documents. That is, the employed, self-employed or retired person must bring several other documents to meet the Mexico tourist visa requirements. They are: 

• An employed person must present a leave-sanction certificate that includes the seal of the company. The leave sanction letter must contain the approval for leave. Additionally, the applicant must include the salary slips for the last 3 months 
• On the other hand, a self-employed person must present a business proof. That is a registration license, partnership deed, or an MOA. The company bank statement (updated and stamped) for the previous 6 months must also be included 
• If the applicant is retired then he/she must present retirement proof. For example, a pension book. 
• In case, the applicant is a student then an ID card from college/school must be submitted

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Dependents Mexico Tourist Visa Requirements 

All dependents who are visiting Mexico must present additional documents. These documents are as follows:

• Children or applicants under the age of 25 and are financially dependent on the main applicant must submit a birth certificate duly apostilled and the passport copy of the parents. In case the birth certificate has been obtained in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka or Nepal additional documents may be required.
• Parents Dependent on the main Applicant must present a birth certificate of the main applicant (dully apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs) and a copy of the passport.
• Financially Dependent spouse must include the marriage certificate (original and copy), and passport. The marriages taking place in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal or Maldives, Nepal or Maldives must be legalised. 

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Mexico Tourist Visa Requirements for Visting Friends/Relatives

A Mexico Tourist Visa is granted to visit relatives or friends. Therefore, those visiting the country for this purpose must present additional documents. For example, 

• An invitation letter that states the relationship between the applicant and the inviter. The invitation letter must also explain the purpose of the visit, and ensure the responsibility for housing arrangements, and other related expenses 
• The identification proof of the inviter and the address proof of the applicant can be submitted. 

Things to Keep in Mind Before Applying for a Mexico Tourist Visa 

Here is a list of things that must be kept in mind before applying for a Mexico Tourist visa. Applicants must meet these Mexico tourist visa requirements to receive the visa.

• The applicant must be personally present for the biometric process and the interview 
• Apart from the above documents, the consular might request the applicant to submit additional documents for the visa application process.
• The name of the applicant must be the same on all the documents and the passport 
• Obtaining a Mexican visa permits a person to travel to Mexico. However, entry to the country is only given based on the decision taken by the  Immigration Authorities in the country.
• Moreover, the applicant’s passport must be valid for at least six months 
• If the applicant fulfils all the requirements, the visa application processing can take up to 2 working days.

Mexico Tourist Visa Processing Time From India

The Mexico tourist visa processing time from India is the same for the tourist visa applicants and the business visa applicants. The processing time for the Mexico tourist visa is as follows:

Visa Type	Processing Time
Mexico Tourist Visa	2-3 working days
Mexico Business Visa	2-3 working days

Mexico Tourist Visa vs Mexico Tourist Card 

Mexico tourist visa and the Mexico tourist card are different. You can learn about the difference below:

• The Mexican tourist visa is the permission that will allow you to visit Mexico. This visa is applied by nationals of countries that require a visa to Mexico. You can get this visa at a Mexican embassy.
• On the other hand, every foreigner entering the country must obtain a Mexican tourist Card or FMM (Forma Migratoria Múltiple). This card is given regardless of your nationality. It is given at a Mexican point of entry after arrival. You can also get the same online. However, you will have to apply before 7 days of your intended travel.

Requirements for a Mexico Resident Visa

You will need a Mexico resident visa if you want to stay for longer than 6 months and less than 4 years. However, you must present proof of the same. This can be 

• Proof of family relations to a citizen or resident of Mexico
• An offer letter from an educational institution in Mexico, or
• A work contract and work permit, or

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