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Mexico · Permanent residence

Permanent Resident Visa

Processing
2-4 weeks
Cost
From MX$6,500
Validity
Indefinite

Indefinite residence with open work rights. Reachable directly via high economic solvency, family ties, retirement, or after 4 years of temporary residence.

Requirements

  • Direct economic solvency: monthly income of roughly USD 11,300+ (past 6 months) or savings of roughly USD 452,000+ (past 12 months), OR
  • Retirement/pension income above the consulate threshold, OR
  • Family ties to a Mexican citizen or permanent resident, OR
  • Completion of 4 years as a temporary resident
  • Clean criminal record

Time and cost

Processing time
2-4 weeks
Validity
Indefinite (no renewal; card update if data changes)
Cost

From MX$6,500

Required

  • MX$6,500 to MX$7,000 permanent resident card
Path to residency
Grants indefinite residence; leads to naturalization eligibility

Documents

  • Valid passport

    6+ months validity

  • Financial or pension proof

    Bank statements or pension award letters

  • Family/relationship documents (if it applies)

    If applying via family ties

  • Existing resident card (if it applies)

    If converting from temporary residence

  • Passport photos

    Recent, front-facing

Tips

  • Direct permanent residence by income is only for high earners; most convert after 4 years
  • Permanent residents have open work rights with no employer sponsorship
  • Retirees (pensioners) often qualify directly without the temporary-resident step