Can You Enter Mexico with US Visa? (2024 Regulations)

Tell us if this is you……. After roaming around in America for a while, now you’re started thinking to have a look at its neighboring country Mexico.

Can’t blame you.

Mexico is a land of marvels.

This North American country is called a land of treasure where even a lifetime would not be enough to discover everything from this hidden gem.

Now the big question arrived- Can you enter Mexico with US Visa?

Fortunately, yes, you can. Citizens of the USA do not need visas to enter Mexico as tourists for less than 180 days. Additionally, any nationality with a valid US visa is allowed to travel to Mexico without any separate visa.

Here are the details of the visa facilities:

• Approved Visa Category: Multiple-entry non-immigrant US visas – B1, B2, B1/B2, F1, J1, H1 and L1 only
• Visit Terms: The visa must be used.
• Stay Permission: 180 Days
• Prior Approval: Not required
• Other terms:
  • US visa & Passport must be valid for the entire stay in Mexico

Government Sources:

• National Institute of Migration, Mexico
• Consulate of Mexico in Toronto, Canada
• Consulate of Mexico in New Delhi, India
• Consulate of Mexico in Singapore

Is Mexico visa on arrival with a US visa?

Mexico has implemented an Electronic Travel Authorization (also known as an “ESTA” or “Forma Migratoria Multiple” or “FMM”) that allows citizens of certain countries to enter Mexico for tourism or business purposes for a maximum stay of 180 days without a visa.

And this FMM tourist card can be applied Online.

But remember, you can enter Mexico with this card only by air or land. It does not apply to ports. Citizens can easily enter Mexico from….

• USA,
• Canada
• Australia
• The UK
• Ireland
• Japan
• New Zealand
• Most EU countries
• Pacific alliances (Peru, Chile, Columbia)

Mexico visa for Bangladeshi with a US visa

No matter what your nationality, having a US visa means your door is open in every country (well almost all countries).

A lot of questions are spinning in my mind about this. Ok, let’s try to answer some of your questions.

Do Bangladeshi passport holders need visas for Mexico?

Bangladeshi citizens traveling to Mexico with a valid US visa don’t need a prior visa to enter (and an additional 20 countries). They can just claim visas on arrival at any international port. You need to have a valid US visa and used it at least once to enter the US.

And without a US visa, you need to face the embassy with the whole procedure as a Bangladeshi. Not to mention- currently, all the visa processing of Bangladeshi citizens is handled in the New Delhi embassy. and it’s really challenging to get a visa approved.

What documents do I need to enter Mexico as a tourist?

To enter US with a Bangladeshi passport, you need to have the following:

• A valid Bangladeshi passport (with at least six months validity remaining) 
• Your travel itinerary, including your accommodation details and return or onward ticket
• Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of your stay

Can I travel to Mexico with US h1b visa?

US h1b is the visa for temporary foreign employees in specialty occupations.

If you hold a valid H1B visa for the United States, you may be able to enter Mexico for tourism or business purposes without obtaining a visa. But you can just claim a visa on arrival at Mexico port.

A big disclaimer:

Immigration policies and requirements are subject to change. That’s why we recommend staying informed and up-to-date on the latest information before making any travel plans. Let us know if you have any queries regarding anything about the Mexico visa.