Moving to Mexico
Moving to Mexico is undoubtedly an exciting experience. It is all the more important that all circumstances within one’s own control are carefully weighed and planned to avoid unpleasant surprises. Among these circumstances is the transport of one’s belongings to Mexico, which requires considerable planning and organization. Additionally, emigrating to Mexico involves filling out many forms and completing important government procedures to enter the country without obstacles. It is therefore ideal to start planning a move to Mexico early. We, the team at OTC Global GmbH, promise that your move from Europe to Mexico will be less stressful with our help. We take care not only of transporting your possessions to Mexico but also of handling customs procedures on-site. This allows you more time to focus on other things. Feel free to contact us for advice on all aspects of moving. We are also happy to provide you with detailed information about the costs of moving to Mexico.
Visa and Entry
Mexico is a populous country. Tourists can stay in the country for up to six months continuously. Entry to Mexico is more complicated for those who wish to emigrate to Mexico permanently. Then a Mexico visa (“Residencia temporal”) is mandatory. With a work visa, immigrants can stay in the country for one year, which must be renewed annually. Permanent emigration is possible for those who have lived in Mexico for at least five years. The processing of a visa application for Mexico typically takes ten days from the receipt of the documents. However, since visa and entry regulations frequently change, it is advisable to inquire specifically at the nearest Mexican Consulate General before entering Mexico.
Work and Moving
EU-citizens in Mexico who wish to work here must also apply for a work permit (“Permiso de Estancia” for working in Mexico). Usually, it is applied for by the Mexican employer at the Mexican immigration authority (“Instituto Nacional de Migración”). Only with it is it possible to pick up the Mexico visa. For this, Europeans must personally appear at the nearest Mexican Consulate within 30 days of receiving the work permit. Only after these formalities are completed can one’s own moving goods be temporarily and duty-free imported. For this, a personal application for moving goods must also be submitted at the Mexican Consulate General – best done together with the application for a Mexico visa. Among other things, a list of all moving goods in Spanish is required for the application. We are happy to help you plan the individual steps of your move to Mexico according to your wishes, needs, and requirements to ensure a smooth process. Feel free to contact us for personal advice on all aspects of moving.
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