Mexico•North America1 week
USD $377
Varies by filing options
180 days
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
No dependents
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Employer-sponsored short-term work permit for specialized professionals to perform paid activities in Mexico up to 180 days with INM authorization and USD 377 total fees.
The Mexico Visitor Work Permit (*Visitante con Permiso para Actividades Remuneradas*) allows foreign professionals to work in Mexico for employer-sponsored assignments up to 180 days. Created under the 2011 Migration Law, it bridges the tourist visa—which forbids paid work—and the Temporary Resident pathway. The employer must be INM-registered and obtain prior authorization.
INM authorization takes up to 20 business days; consular processing adds up to 10 business days. Total fees are USD 321 (INM migratory document) plus USD 56 (consular fee) = USD 377. The permit is single-entry and non-renewable; it does not lead to permanent residency. No dependent visas are available; spouses cannot work.
This visa is ideal for specialized consultants, engineers, trainers, and project managers with a formal employment contract from a registered Mexican employer for a time-bound engagement.
Must have a formal job offer from a Mexican institution or person.
The inviting party in Mexico must submit the authorization request directly to the National Migration Institute (INM).
The intended duration of the remunerated activity must be 180 days or less.
Must attend a mandatory in-person consular interview.
Must possess a valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity.
Must have no criminal record or immigration bans in Mexico.
Education
bachelor or higher
Experience
1+ years
Original and copy of the INM authorization letter (NUT).
Completed and signed visa application form (double-sided).
Original and photocopy of a valid passport.
One recent passport-sized photograph (white background, no glasses).
Proof of legal status in the country of application (if not a citizen).
Payment of the non-refundable consular visa fee and applicable migratory fees.
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