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Mexico Tourist Card - Land requirements

All foreign travelers must obtain a Mexico Tourist Card (Forma Migratoria Múltiple) before entering Mexico by land for tourism, visiting family and friends, business, or transit. This mandatory immigration document must be stamped by an official at the border crossing to be valid.

Required documents for the Mexico Tourist Card

To apply for a Mexico Tourist Card, you typically need the following documents and/or information:

  • A valid biometric passport or passport card (must be valid for the entire stay)

  • Travel details

  • A valid email address

Requirements may vary depending on nationality.

Mexico Tourist Card - Land pricing and validity

Mexico Tourist Card

Prices starting from $89.99

Valid for 6 months after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 180 days per entry
Get it as fast as 15 minutes

Fast facts

Average time it takes to apply

10 minutes

iVisa approval rate

99%

Main reason for denials

Incorrect passport or travel details

Our Mexico Tourist Card application process

How to apply for your Mexico Tourist Card with iVisa

1

Complete the online application

Check if you need the Mexico Tourist Card and fill out your details using our simplified process on our website or through our app.

2

We review your application

Select your preferred processing speed, pay securely with one of our flexible payment options, and upload the required documents. Our experts will review your Mexico Tourist Card application and catch any mistakes before submitting.

3

We submit it for government processing

We are not the Mexican government, but we will submit your application to them on your behalf.

4

Get your Mexico Tourist Card

Once approved, you’ll receive an email and information on the next steps and how to use your Mexico Tourist Card to visit the country.

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Frequently asked questions about the Mexico Tourist Card - Land

No. The Mexico Tourist Card (FMM) is an entry permit, not a visa. Citizens from countries like the US, Canada, UK, and EU don't need a visa for tourism, but everyone must have a valid FMM to enter the country legally by land.

Yes. For land border crossings only, a US Passport Card is an acceptable form of identification to obtain your Mexico Tourist Card. However, if you plan to fly within Mexico or return to your home country by air, you'll need a standard passport.

You can be granted up to 180 days. However, the specific number of days is decided by the immigration officer at the border. They'll write the expiration date on your stamped form. It's important to check this date immediately to ensure you don't overstay.

Yes. If you apply online, your Tourist Card is not valid until it’s stamped by an official at the border's INM (Instituto Nacional de Migración) office. Entering without a stamp means you're in the country illegally, which can lead to fines or detention at internal checkpoints.

If you lose your paper FMM, you must visit a local immigration office (INM) oto apply for a replacement. You'll be required to pay a replacement fee. You cannot leave the country without presenting either your original stamped card or a valid replacement.

No. The Mexico Tourist Card cannot be extended or renewed. If you want to stay longer, you must leave the country and re-enter to obtain a new FMM, or apply for a temporary residency visa at a Mexican consulate before your trip.

Yes. Every traveler, including infants and children, must have their own individual FMM. If a minor is traveling with only one parent, it’s highly recommended to carry a notarized consent form from the other parent to avoid delays at the border.

If denied, you will receive a notification. In many cases, denials are due to incorrect passport or travel details. You can usually re-apply after 24 hours once you've corrected the errors.

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