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Why apply for a Mexico Digital Nomad Visa?

  • Valid for 12 months
  • Tax benefits
  • Affordable Living
  • Extension for up to 3 years
  • Permanent Residency pathway
  • Have your family accompany you

Mexico Digital Nomad Visa

Mexico has a Temporary Resident Permit that allows Digital Nomads to reside in the country while they work remotely. Mexico is a popular destination among Digital nomads for its rich culture, food, and friendly citizens.
 

Digital Nomads who apply under this visa must be working remotely for companies that are based out of Mexico. This visa allows them to stay in the country for a period of 4 years and is also a pathway to Mexican citizenship.
 

Eligibility for the Mexico Digital nomad Visa

  • Must be working remotely for a company that is based out of Mexico
  • Must be a freelancer who has clients based out of Mexico
  • Must have a bank balance of $43,000 for the past 1 year
  • Must have an income of $2,595 per month for the previous 6 months
  • With an addition of a dependent the minimum income requirement increases by $861 per person
  • Must own a Mexican property valued at a minimum of $346,000

Benefits of Mexico Digital Nomad Visa

  • Access to high-speed internet
  • Flexibility to pay taxes based on the income with rates varying from 0% - 30%
  • Affordable cost of living
  • Rich cuisines and culture
  • Low accommodation costs
  • High speed network connectivity
  • Can choose the visa type based on the duration of the stay
  • Digital Nomads can apply for Permanent Residency after 4 years as a temporary resident
  • Can migrate to Mexico with family

Requirements for a Mexico Digital Nomad Visa

To be eligible to apply for the Mexico digital nomad visa, you must meet certain requirements.

  • Valid Passport – Your passport must be valid for at least the next 6 months when applying
  • Meet Income Requirements – Meet one of the following:
  • Maintained bank balance of $54,600 USD net for the last 12 months OR
  • Earned $3,275 USD net per month for the last 6 months OR
  • If bringing a spouse or dependent, this amount increases by $861 for each family member
  • Own a Mexican property valued at least $457,500 USD

Steps to apply for a Mexico Digital Nomad Visa

Step 1: Check your eligibility

Step 2: Arrange the requirements

Step 3: Apply for the Mexico Digital Nomad Visa

Step 4: Submit the documents

Step 5: Get the visa decision and fly to Mexico
 

Processing Time for Mexico Digital Nomad Visa

The processing time for the Mexico Digital Nomad Visa takes around 4 to 6 weeks.
 

Processing Fee for Mexico Digital Nomad Visa

The processing cost for the Mexico Digital Nomad Visa is $51
 

How Y-Axis can help you?

Y-Axis, the world’s number one overseas immigration consultant, guides you to live in Mexico as a Digital Nomad. Our thorough process and end-to-end support ensure you take the right action at every step. We help you with the following:

  • Resume Marketing Services to find related jobs in Mexico
  • Expert guidance in arranging a checklist of documents
     

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to be a digital nomad in Mexico?
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For a Digital Nomad the cost per person per month is MEX $26,390 and for a family of 4 persons the costs per month is MEX $46,100. The other costs are as follows:

Factor

Costs (MEX Dollars)

Accommodation

Mexico City - 17,590

Other City - 21,110 - 26,390

Food

300 - 500 USD

Groceries

75 - 123

Electricity

178

Transportation

5

Internet

263 - 703

 

The cost of living is Mexico is cheaper compared to the other countries. The average cost per person per day in Mexico is approximately between 30 to 50 USD.

Do digital nomads have to pay taxes in Mexico?
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Digital Nomads who have stayed in Mexico for 183 days or more are considered residents, making them taxpayers. They are taxed at a rate between 0% and 30%, depending on their job role and income.

If the Digital nomad is not a resident of Mexico but has a source of income from Mexico, they need to pay tax at a rate of 15% or 30% based on their income. If the digital nomads have an income of MXN 125,900 or below sourced from Mexico, they are expected to be taxed.

Is the temporary resident permit of Mexico a digital nomad visa?
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The Temporary Resident Permit of Mexico is not a Digital Nomad Visa. Temporary Resident Permit is a pathway for Digital Nomads to enter Mexico and work remotely if they meet all the requirements and the eligibility criteria. Digital Nomads can stay in Mexico for a year under this visa and renew it if needed. The visa holders can apply for an extension for up to 3 times, that is for 3 years.

Can I Include Family Members on the Mexico Digital Nomad Visa Application?
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Digital Nomads can include their family members along with them on the Mexico Digital Nomad Visa Application if the applicant meets the requirements. The applicant must mainly meet the income requirement that is 861 USD per person.

Does Mexico’s Digital Nomad Visa Lead to Permanent Residency?
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Digital Nomads are eligible to apply for Permanent Residency if they meet the requirements. To apply for Mexico Permanent Residency the applicant must:

  • Reside in Mexico for 4 years
  • Have a minimum income of $5,460 USD per month for the previous 6 months from the date of application