Mexico visa for United States citizens

Visa-free

United States citizens can visit Mexico without a visa.

Stay up to 180 days

Visa-freeUpdated 7/20/2026Log in to suggest an edit
Max stay
180 days
Cost
Free (no visa fee, FMM included in air ticket tax)
Passport validity
6 months
Processing time
Immediate entry at border
Validity
N/A
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Overview

United States citizens can enter Mexico without a visa for a stay of up to 180 days. A valid passport is required.

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Application process

  1. 1No prior formalities required
  2. 2Present valid passport upon arrival
  3. 3Entry stamp will be issued at border control

Extension

Extension possible

Can apply for extension at local INM office before current FMM expires. Extensions possible but not guaranteed. Many travelers do a border run instead.

Safety

Level 2Exercise Increased Caution

Due to crime and kidnapping

Country facts

Currency
MXN
Language
Spanish
Time zone
UTC-6 to UTC-8
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