Mexico•North America1–5 days
USD $54
Varies by filing options
4 years
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote work OK
Multi-year Mexican residence permit (1–4 years) for income- or savings-based applicants; allows remote work for foreign employers, leads to permanent residency.
Mexico's Residente Temporal, issued by the SRE under the 2011 Migration Law, is a multi-year residence permit for stays of 180 days to four years. Most applicants qualify by economic solvency — monthly tax-free income around USD 4,200+ over six months, or savings averaging USD 70,000+ over twelve months — though family, real-estate, and investment routes also qualify.
Granted for one year initially and renewable up to a four-year cap, after which holders may convert to permanent residency. The consular fee is about USD 54, plus an INM resident card from MXN 5,570 (1yr) to MXN 12,529 (4yr); consular decisions issue in 1–5 business days. Remote work for a foreign employer is permitted; Mexican employment needs separate INM authorization.
This visa is ideal for remote workers, retirees, and investors with stable foreign income seeking a multi-year base in Mexico with a path to permanent residency.
| Initial grant | 4 years |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
MexicoProof of income (~USD 2,500/month) or savings (~USD 43,000) or job offer
Valid passport
Application at Mexican consulate abroad
INM registration within 30 days of arrival
Education
bachelor or higher
Experience
1+ years
Min. Income
52,800 EUR/yr
Min. Savings
74,000 EUR
Valid passport
Passport photocopy
Passport photos
Proof of monthly income
Proof of savings
Proof of accommodation
Health insurance
Criminal record certificate
Completed visa application form
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