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Immigration: Work Visas for Professionals
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Business or Investor (FM2 or FM3) You may have considered investing in Mexico and therefore you wish to learn about possible investment options. Perhaps you might just come down to invest, supervise an investment, represent a foreign company or perform certain commercial activities.
As an INVESTOR: You must note that there is a minimum investment amount as well as the obligation to demonstrate that the investment is beneficial to the country's development.
Scientists and Technicians (FM2 OR FM3)In these categories you will have to provide all the documentation that proves to the satisfaction of the authorities that you have the skills and knowledge to perform these activities. Professionals (FM2 OR FM3)You will have to provide the authorities with all the papers that can prove you have the knowledge and skills to perform the specific professional activities. The applicant must demonstrate that the skills are not met by the workforce in Mexico. High Level Management (FM2 OR FM3)If you were appointed as a director to a company or are to assume a key position, you will need to obtain this immigration permit. Members of the Board (FM3)When you need to attend the board meetings of one or more corporations, this is the migration status you request from the Mexican authorities.
Do I need immigration papers while staying in Mexico?According to Mexican law, all your immigration papers must be in force and the information contained in them must be updated during your stay in the country. In case they expire or the most up-to-date information is not provided to the authorities within 30 days of the event that modifies such information, you will be liable for fines and other penalties. It is highly recommended that you keep this in mind. Is it hard to get these documents?You may try doing it yourself. Yet, if you are not familiar with the paper work, the Mexican governmental offices, the bureaucracy and especially the language, it would be wise to ask for help. How much does it cost to obtain my immigration papers?Every procedure generates a cost. Rates change every six months and may be paid for at any bank in Mexico. You will have to fill in certain official forms for immigrating to Mexico and have to make the corresponding payments. These may be requested at any migration office or you can even buy them at a stationary store. How long does it take to obtain my immigration papers?Be ready to wait for approximately 30 working days before obtaining your immigration papers (FM2 and FM3). Return to top |
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