Mexico Digital Nomad Visa — Temporary Resident Visa (Remote Worker)
🛂 OVERVIEW
Country
🇲🇽 Mexico
Visa Name
Temporary Resident Visa (Remote Worker)
Local Name
Visa de Residente Temporal
Program Type
Tourist tolerance
Status
Active
Initial Duration
12 months
Max Duration
48 months
Income Requirement
$4,400/month
($52,800/year)
Application Fee
$50
Tax Status
Standard
📋 REQUIREMENTS
Health Insurance
Not required
Criminal Record Check
Not required
Accommodation Proof
Not required
Proof of Employment
Not required
Degree Required
Not required
Savings Requirement
$74,000
💼 WORK RULES
Local Work Allowed
No
Freelancer Eligible
Yes
Employee Eligible
Yes
Work Permit Included
No
👨👩👧 FAMILY & DEPENDENTS
Dependents Allowed
Yes
Extra Income per Dependent
$861/mo
💰 TAX DETAILS
Tax Status
Standard
Foreign Income Taxed
No
Tax Residency Trigger
183 days
🏠 LONG-TERM PATH
Leads to Residency
Yes
Years to Residency
4 years
Leads to Citizenship
Yes
Years to Citizenship
5 years
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Application Method
embassy
Processing Time
10–90 days
Can Apply In-Country
No
Multiple Entry
Yes
Can Open Bank Account
Yes
Renewable
Yes
📝 NOTES
Not a dedicated digital nomad visa but Mexico's Temporary Resident Visa is commonly used by remote workers. Income requirement ~$3,738/month or $73,258 in savings (based on 2026 UMA rates). Requirements vary by consulate. Processing times now 1-3 months due to high demand. Can lead to permanent residency after 4 years. Most nationalities can stay 180 days visa-free and work remotely without this visa.
🏠 ALSO IN MEXICO
Mexico also offers these long-term residency programs:
- Temporary Resident Visa (passive income)
- Permanent Resident Visa (Retired) (retirement)