There are various scenarios under which a person can apply for a visa to reside in Mexico for a period longer than 180 days and without permission to engage in paid activities:
1. Temporary residency based on economic solvency
2. Temporary residency for family unity
3. Temporary residency for having made investments in Mexico
4. Temporary residency for having acquired real estate in Mexico
5. Temporary residency invited by a public or private institution or organization
6. Permanent residency for family unity
7. Permanent residency for being a pensioner or retiree
Working in Mexico
The general guidelines for visa issuance do not provide for visas for job hunting, professional internships, or independent workers. Therefore, one must have a pre-agreed job offer or project for the issuance of the corresponding visa.
A foreign person intending to stay in Mexico for more than 180 days to participate in an activity or project must meet the requirements of the type of visa that suits their case:
A. Temporary Resident Visa based on economic solvency
This applies to a foreign person who will be transferred to a Mexican company without receiving any remuneration in Mexico. Their salary will continue to be paid from a Spanish company where they have worked for a minimum of six months or have savings or investments during the last twelve months at the time of application.
B. Temporary Resident Visa based on a job offer
This applies when a foreign person will be in a company established in Mexico where they will engage in a paid activity.
The person, organization, or company offering employment in Mexico must go to the National Institute of Migration (INM) to process the work permit, unique application number (NUT). Once authorized, you can apply for your visa at the Embassy.
Some individuals may be hired for an activity for which they will receive remuneration, and their stay in Mexico will be less than 180 days.
Obtaining a Work Permit for Foreigners with Temporary Residency in Mexico
A foreign person in Mexico under the condition of temporary residency or as a student can apply to work in Mexico.
Note that the requirements must be met as mentioned for each type of visa, and the Consular Section has no discretion to exempt them from compliance.
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