When planning a trip to Mexico, we advise that you kindly consult your nearest Mexican Embassy or Consulate for information regarding entry visa requirements and customs procedures specific to your country of origin. It is important to note that entry and exit conditions can be subject to change with little notice, and we encourage you to stay up-to-date on the latest regulations to make your travel experience as hassle-free as possible.

Upon exiting your flight, you will see signs directing you to immigration.  Electronic gates are in use at some airports, and currently only tourists from Canada and USA can use them. Tourists going through the e-gates get a “receipt” indicting the time allowed to stay, and everyone gets 180 days.  Visitors with other passports are being directed to the Immigration counters/desks, where they will receive a stamp in their passport with the number of days they are allowed to stay written below the stamp,(The maximum tourist stay is 180 days.  The number of days granted is decided by the immigration agent handling your entry (they could give as little as 7 days). It is a good idea to have a copy of your travel itinerary, including accommodations and return flight, handy, as the agent may ask to see how long you intend to stay in the country.  

Upon exiting Mexico, you will need to present your e-receipt or passport with the stamp showing the number of days granted. If you overstay, you will need to at least pay a fee of minimum $600 Mexican Pesos to exit the country. This fee is payable at a bank since migration officers do not accept cash. The process can be completed at the immigration office at any international airport in Mexico, and immigration officials will guide you on how to make the payment.