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Do Indian citizens need a visa for Mexico?

Indian citizens need a regular visa to enter Mexico.

Visa required

Indian citizens with a valid US, UK, Canada, Japan, or Schengen visa (or permanent residence) can enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days. Otherwise, a consular visa from a Mexican Embassy or Consulate is required. Indians are NOT eligible for Mexico's SAE electronic authorisation system (SAE applies only to Russian, Turkish and Ukrainian nationals).

Last verified: 2026-06-22 · Source: Wikipedia visa policy article

At a glance

Visa type	Mexico Consular Visa (or visa-free entry with a valid US/UK/CA/JP/Schengen visa)
Maximum stay	Up to 180 days per visit (FMM)
Processing time	Consular visa: 5–10 working days
Application fee	Consular visa: ~US$48
Passport validity required	Valid 6+ months
Where to apply	Mexican Embassy or Consulate
Apply up to	At least 4 weeks before travel

How to apply, step by step

Check: do you hold a valid US/UK/CA/JP/Schengen visa or permanent residence? If yes → visa-free, just fly.
If no: book an appointment at the nearest Mexican Embassy/Consulate.
Submit application form, passport, photo, supporting documents and fee.
Receive consular visa stamped in passport.
Carry passport, visa (or qualifying foreign visa), and return flight to Mexican immigration.

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Document checklist

Passport (6+ months)
Consular visa OR valid US/UK/CA/JP/Schengen visa
Return flight
Accommodation proof
Multiple Migratory Form (FMM, filled on arrival)

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Frequently asked questions

Do I still need to apply if I have a US visa?

No — a valid US visa (B1/B2, F1, J1, H1B etc.) grants visa-free entry to Mexico for up to 180 days.

What happens if I overstay?

Fines, possible re-entry bans, and complications for future applications. Always exit before your authorised stay expires.

About this page

Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of Mexico. Verified weekly against three independent sources.

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