What is a Temporary Resident Visa?

Temporary Resident Card

(Residente Temporal)

A Temporary Resident Visa is a document that allows you to stay in Mexico for up to 6 months. This visa can be renewed for another 6 months, but with limitations. If you plan on staying in Mexico for more than 6 months, then getting your Mexican Temporary Resident card might be a good option. The visa is issued for one year initially, then it can easily be renewed for another 1, 2 or 3 years. This visa can optionally give you authorization to earn money within Mexico (lucrative or non-lucrative visa), and it allows unlimited entries and exits into Mexico.

With several types of Temporary Residency Visas available, finding the best one for your particular circumstance will depend on what you will be doing while you are living in Mexico.

Request a free consultation appointment so that we can help you determine which options are available for you based on your specific situation (English is spoken). Appointment are available by phone/zoom if you are outside of Puerto Vallarta or if you are in the area an appointment in our office can be arranged.