A Temporary Resident Visa plus a Work Permit allows you to enter Mexico. Obtain a temporary resident card, and engage in paid activities.
All Temporary Resident Visas accompanying Work Permits must be requested by the employer in Mexico directly through the National Institute of Migration (INM) . Only INM-registered employers are eligible to seek a Work Permit. Individuals cannot apply for this permit on their own.
After the INM has approved the request and granted a Unique Processing Number, the applicant must call the Embassy or make a Consular interview appointment. A temporary resident status with a Work Permit will also be granted if the Consular interview goes well.
To be eligible, you must;
You must provide the following documents.
All the visas are processed at the Mexican Embassy in your country. So, it is best to visit there if you want to apply for this visa.
Visa Processing Time
The company submits the employee's application, and the process typically requires 30 to 45 days. The worker and the employer will be required to submit proof of the company's registration and the employee's credentials.
How to Apply
A Temporary Resident Visa with work authorization is required for foreign citizens who want to work in Mexico for over six months. As an employer, you must apply to the Mexican Department of Immigration. If the application is granted, the employee should apply for the appropriate visa at the Mexican Embassy in the applicant's place of business.
Once you or the worker receives notification that the visa application has been approved, the employee must attend the Embassy within 15 days to obtain the requisite visa.
Duration
Temporary Resident Visas and Work Permits are valid six months from the date of issuing.
Fees
The Work Permit of Mexico costs 3,314 MXN (Apx. 165 US). The basic charge for a Temporary Resident Card application is 3,207 MXN (150 USD).
You must apply for your visa renewal before the first one expires. You can also apply for permanent residence if you qualify for it.
Work
This visa is specified for employees.