Tell us if this is you……. After roaming around America for a while, you’ve started thinking about having 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 has arrived- Can you enter Mexico with a 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 a 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.
This FMM tourist card can be applied for online.
But remember, you can enter Mexico with this card only by air or land. It does not apply to ports.
Can Indian Citizens Travel to Mexico with a US Visa
Yes, Indian nationals with a valid US visa can visit Mexico without any prior visa approval. There are no restrictions or whatsoever for Indian nationality. We have dozens of Indian clients who have visited Mexico and enjoyed the amazing tourist places.
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 22 countries). They can just claim visas on arrival at any international port. You must have a valid US visa and use 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 for Bangladeshi citizens is handled at 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 the 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 a 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 upon arrival at the port of Mexico.
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 the Mexico visa.
Hi
I am planning to visit Cabo in Dec’2023 and was wondering if I can enter Mexico with a valid H1B visa stamp.
In one of the paragraphs, H1 is amongst the approved US visa categories which do not need any additional Mexico tourist visa. But in the other it says that “h1 people may enter”. So just wanted to make sure.
Thanks in advance.
You can visit Mexico with H1B visa.
Dear Sir, I hold 10 years use visa ( b1, b2 ) since June 2023. Can visit Mexico ? Waiting for your kind reply.
Best regards
Tapas Dutta
Yes, you can.
Hi, I am in USA’s with H1b visa and wife has a H4 visa. I know it wouldn’t be an issue for me to get a visa on arrival. But what about my wife with H4? Can she also get a visa on arrival?
Can I enter directly to Mexico with B1/B2 visa or I need to enter US first as a poet of entry
Hello,
planning to visit Mexico with my wife for our honeymoon. I hold the J1 visa and she has j2 visa. what is the best way to go about this?
thank you
Hi, I am from Vietnam and have American visa. Am I allowed to enter Mexico directly from my country without flying to the US first?
If yes, do they require the minimum amount of time to stay in the US before arriving in Mexico?
I hope to receive your advice on this.
Thank you.
Yes, you can fly to Mexico from any location you want.
Hello Linh, did you make it to mexico on the usa tourist visa?
hello!
can I visit Mexico on a single entry B1B2 US visa?
thanks!
Yes, you can, sir.
if coming from the US?
so Philippines-US-Mexico-US before flying back to the Philippines..
thanks
I am indian citizen holding L1 US visa can i enter mexico without visa based on US visa?
I have b1/b2 US visa
Can I go to Mexico direct without visiting US before?
I mean new US visa and plan to go to Mexico before US
I am a permanent US resident with a valid US visa but my passport is from my country of origin. Can I go to Mexico for a 4 day vacation?
Yes, you can.
I have a valid US visa and wish to travel to US and for 5-6 days to Mexico and back to US for few days. Is that possible and what is the process?
Dear,
Greetings!
I wanted to know if it is okay if I travel to Mexico directly (without landing in the USA) with a new valid US visa (Multiple Entry B1/B2). Earlier, I traveled to the USA in October 2023 with my previous US visa (expired in April 2024) and obtained a new 5-year multiple entry B1/B2 visa in March 2024 (before expiration of previous visa).
Your response in this regard would be highly appreciated.
Hi i have a philippine passport with us visa valid for 10yrs i will go to us then plan to visit mexico for a few days then go back again to the us before flying back to the philippines, can i go to mexico without a visa?
Hello I am from Haiti with an American visa can I travel to Mexico for vacation ?
Hello
I have a US visa (G4) and would like to confirm that I do not require a visa to enter Mexico. Thank you
is this open to Ugandans withB1 B2 visas.. can i visit Mexico on a USA trip?
I’m from Pakistan can I enter Mexico in us visit visa for treatment
Nếu tôi có visa B1/B2 mỹ thì thời hạn được nhập cảnh Mexico là bao lâu
Dear,
Greetings!
I wanted to know if it is okay if I travel to Mexico directly (without landing in the USA) with a valid US visa (Multiple Entry B1/B2)
Hi,
Can my wife on L2 visa travel to mexico for tourism ( for 10 days ) , can she have on arrival visa ??
Hi,
Can my wife on usa L2 visa travel to mexico for tourism ( for 10 days ) , can she have on arrival visa ??
Hi ,
i am an iraqi passport holder with US visa B1/B2 an i want to travel to Cancun for 1 week. do i need visa or Mexico tourist card? Or FMM
I’m hosting a foreign exchange student from Thailand. We’re planning to go to Mexico in Jan 2025. Do they need an additional Mexican visa if they already have a U.S visa? They have a F1 & M1 visa.
I have valid E2 US visa. Can I enter Cancun without Mexican visa?
Hi,
I am Indian citizen with valid USA H1B visa which is not stamped yet. Can I use my I797 to enter to Mexico ?
We would suggest you to get the visa stamped, and then travel. There are no provision that says that you can travel even without valid travel documents. You might face issues at the border.
Thanks
I have h1b visa and my daughter h4 Visa, we are going on cruise to Mexico for 2 days, do we need to get any visa?
My wife and I are traveling to Cancun in Feb. We’re both on h1b visa. Her visa expires in June of 2025 and has gotten her approval i797 for the next extension as well. She has a valid passport for the next 6 years. Will it be a problem to re enter?
Hi Andy,
As long as you have a valid visa, you shouldn’t have an issue.
Dear Team,
Greetings for the day !!
I am cirizen of India holding US B1/B2 Visa and had travelled to US for business purpose in November 2024.
I need to visit Mexico in March 2025 for business purpose.
Request your guidance whether I can travel and get visa on arrival based upon my valid US visa or do I need to apply separately?
Thank you !!
Hello Suyog,
You can directly visit Mexico without applying for a separate visa.