Mexico digital nomad visa (2026)

Who can apply

• Apply in person at a Mexican consulate outside Mexico
• Show the consulate's required monthly income or savings level
• Employees need a letter from the employer approving remote work from Mexico

Income requirement

You need to show at least About US$4,049 per month (San Diego consulate, 2026). Income from employment or pension over the previous six months, or an average monthly balance of about US$68,241 over 12 months; each consulate sets its own figure.

Documents you need

• Visa application form
• Valid passport and copies
• One passport-size photo
• Original bank statements for six months (income) or 12 months (savings)
• Employer letter on letterhead stating salary and agreement to remote work
• Apostille and Spanish translation for foreign documents where required

How to apply, step by step

1. Book a visa appointment through the MiConsulado system
2. Attend the interview with original documents and pay the consular fee
3. Enter Mexico with the visa
4. Exchange the visa for a residence card at the INM within 30 calendar days of entry

Cost and processing time

The fee is consular fee US$56 (San Diego, 2026), plus an INM card fee in Mexico. Processing takes up to 10 business days at the San Diego consulate. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

Official sources reviewed do not address tax for remote workers. Tax residency usually depends on having your home or main interests in Mexico, so check with a tax adviser.

Good to know

• Income and savings thresholds differ between consulates
• The consulate's decision is final

Visiting first?

63 passports can enter Mexico visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Mexico visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego – Temporary Resident Visa (Economic Solvency)

Not yet confirmed on an official source: renewal, length of stay. Check these with the consulate before you apply.