Mexico Business Visa

Visit Mexico for work related activities or business purposes under a valid business visa. If entering by land, you will need a Mexico Land Card to record your entry into the country.

Keep reading to learn all the details about the business eVisa and the Mexico land card.

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Where Can I Apply for a Mexican Business Visa?

The Mexico business visa can be obtained by applying at a Mexican embassy or consulate in your home country.

Mexico Business Visa Validity Details

Number of Entries

Duration of Stay

Validity Period

Allows a Single Entry

180 Days

180 Days

Requirements for the Mexico Business Visa

Two Us Passports On A White Background With Boarding Passes

Applicants must gather these documents before booking an appointment at the Mexican embassy/consulate for business visa application:

  • Completed physical application form
  • Valid passport (at least 6 months validity after arrival in Mexico)
  • Invitation letter from a Mexican organisation/company
  • Letter from employer confirming assignment and expenses
  • Bank letter addressed to the Embassy
  • Bank statements for the last 3 months prior to application date
  • Return flight itinerary or booking
  • Recent passport-size photo (white background, no glasses)
  • Copies of passport bio page, national ID, previous Mexican visas and valid visas from other countries (if applicable)
  • Marriage certificate (if required)
  • Proof of permanent or temporary legal residence (for non-citizens of Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, or Suriname)

Note: If the original documents are not in English or Spanish, then submit a translated copy.

How to Apply for a Mexico Business Visa

Prepare your documents

Travellers must prepare the required documents mentioned above before applying.

Book an Appointment

Book an appointment with the Mexican embassy or consulate.

Attend the Appointment & Pay Fee

Attend the appointment, submit the required documents, and pay the visa fees as per the embassy instructions.

Collect Your Visa-Stamped Passport

Collect your passport with an approved Mexico visa stamp.

Arriving in Mexico by Land?

Apply for a Mexico Land Card online, if you’re planning to enter Mexico via land on a valid business visa. The land card is used to process your entry at the border and officially record your arrival.

One can easily apply for this entry document in simple steps by providing a few basic details and a clear scan of the following document:

  • Biodata page of the applicant’s valid passport.

Processing Options for the Mexico Land Card

Normal Processing

1 - 2 Days

Rush Processing

6 - 12 Hours

Super-Rush Processing

1 Hour

FAQs

No, currently, it is not possible to apply for a Mexico Business visa online.

Permitted activities on a Mexico Business visa include attending meetings, conferences, or training.

Prohibited activities on a Mexico Business visa include working in Mexico, receiving payment from a Mexican source, and engaging in any activities that are not related to the purpose of your business visit.

Content Disclaimer: Although this information was last updated in September 2026, verify with the appropriate agencies, embassies, and airlines to ensure complete accuracy regarding your travel plans.