Mexico forms
Immigration forms come from multiple agencies. The right form depends on whether your process is consular or handled in-country. VisaMind provides guides, checklists, and common pitfalls based on official sources — not legal advice or eligibility decisions.
5 forms from 1 agency
Official immigration forms can be complex and error-prone. These guides break down each form's purpose, required documents, and common mistakes — verified against official government sources. Whether you're filing for the first time or renewing, use these references to avoid delays and rejections.
Most common forms
Travel
The Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM) is a tourist card required for entry into Mexico. It is used to document the entry and exit of foreign nationals visiting Mexico for tourism purposes.
- VISA-FREE: Visa-Free Entry
- VISITOR-TOURIST: Visitor Visa (Tourism)
- VISITOR-BUSINESS: Visitor Visa (Business)
- Ensure firma on all documents before submission.
- Avoid submitting an incompleto FMM form.
- Verify all documentos are current and valid.
General
The Mexican Visa Application Form is utilized for applying for various visa types to enter Mexico, including visitor, work, and student visas. This form is managed by the Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM) and necessitates specific documentation depending on the visa type and the applicant's individual circumstances.
- VISITOR-TOURIST: Visitor Visa (Tourism)
- TEMPORARY-RESIDENT: Temporary Resident Visa
- When applying for Visitor-tourist — Visa Application is typically required as part of the application
- When filing Visa Application alongside FMM (FMM obtained on arrival)
- Ensure all required sections of the form are completed; an incompleto application may delay processing.
- Don't forget to firma the application; an unsigned form will not be accepted.
- Verify that you have included a recent passport-size photograph that meets the specified requirements.
Solicitud de Trámite Migratorio is an official INM form titled "INM Procedure Request Form", as described in the Form PERMANENT-RESIDENT-CARD guide.
- To apply for an immigration benefit based on your eligibility category
- When you meet the requirements for the specific benefit
- As part of an overall application package with supporting evidence
- Temporary-resident — For various INM procedures
- Permanent-resident — For status changes and renewals
- When supplementing TEMPORARY-RESIDENT-CARD — Solicitud de Trámite Migratorio provides additional required information
- When filing Solicitud de Trámite Migratorio alongside CAMBIO-CONDICION (General INM form for status change requests)
- Incomplete form sections
- Missing or illegible signatures
- Outdated form editions
Residency
The Resident Card - Temporary Resident Card Application is intended for foreign nationals seeking temporary residency in Mexico for stays exceeding 180 days, up to a maximum of 4 years. This card permits work if the salary is sourced from abroad and necessitates specific supporting documents tailored to the applicant's circumstances.
- TEMPORARY-RESIDENT: Temporary Resident Visa
- Foreign workers with employer sponsorship and INM-authorized employment in Mexic…
- Foreign students enrolled at a Mexican educational institution, exchanging their…
- Foreign family members of Mexican citizens or permanent residents, exchanging th…
- Ensure all required documentos are submitted to avoid delays in your application process.
- Verify that your supporting documentos meet the specific eligibility criteria for your situation.
- Submit your application to the correct agency to prevent processing issues.
- Apply for your residence card at INM within 30 days of entry to maintain compliance.
The Permanent Resident Card Application is used by individuals seeking to obtain permanent residency in Mexico. It involves providing evidence of eligibility and meeting specific requirements set by the National Immigration Institute (INM).
- PERMANENT-RESIDENT: Permanent Resident Visa
- Always include a valid passport (original) and necessary documentos for your application.
- Missing proof of legal stay when applying in a third country can lead to application denial.
- Review eligibility requirements and include all supporting documentos to avoid common mistakes.
- Apply for your Permanent Resident Card at INM within 30 days of entry to meet the timeframe requirement.
Common pitfalls across forms
- Inconsistent answers across applications (names, dates, work history).
- Mixing consular processing steps with in-country filing steps.
- Missing signatures or using the wrong filing method.
- Uploading unclear scans or omitting supporting documents.
- Using outdated instructions instead of the latest official guidance.
Looking beyond Mexico? Form requirements can vary by country and case type.