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Mexico medical visa

Eligible ordinary passport holders can visit Mexico for medical purposes without a visa for up to 180 days.

Ways to get a Mexico medical visa

  1. Visa-free medical visit

    No visa needed

    Citizens of all European Union and European Free Trade Association member states, plus the countries and territories listed below.

    Stay
    Up to 180 days.

Who needs it

Travellers outside the visa exemptions need a visa. A separate medical visa process is not described.

Who doesn't

Citizens covered by the ordinary passport exemption can make medical visits for up to 180 days without a visa.

What to bring

  • Passport.
  • FMM (Multiple Immigration Form).

Good to know

  • Keep the FMM available for checkpoints within Mexico.
  • No medical-specific application documents are stated.
  • The SAE online permit and e-Visa descriptions do not list medical visits as a purpose.

Questions

Do I need a medical visa for Mexico?

Travellers outside the visa exemptions need a visa. A separate medical visa process is not described. Citizens covered by the ordinary passport exemption can make medical visits for up to 180 days without a visa.

Who can go to Mexico without a medical visa?

Citizens of all European Union and European Free Trade Association member states, plus the countries and territories listed below.

How long can I stay on a Mexico medical visa?

Up to 180 days under the ordinary passport exemption.

What documents do I need for a Mexico medical visa?

Passport.; FMM (Multiple Immigration Form)..

What rules do I have to follow on a Mexico medical visa?

Keep the FMM available for checkpoints within Mexico.

Does my passport change whether I need a medical visa for Mexico?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Mexico visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a medical visa for Mexico be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Mexico medical visa rules?

On Mexico's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my medical visa once I am in Mexico?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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