Living in Mexico
Americas — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Mexico City
Currency
MXN
Continent
Americas
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Mexico.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Mexico
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Visa Free | 180 days |
| United Kingdom | Visa Free | 180 days |
| Austria | Visa Free | 180 days |
| Belgium | Visa Free | 180 days |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | 180 days |
| Croatia | Visa Free | 180 days |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | 180 days |
| Czechia | Visa Free | 180 days |
| Denmark | Visa Free | 180 days |
| Estonia | Visa Free | 180 days |
Detailed visa guides for Mexico
Monthly costs
Mexico City
Rent (center)
15,000 MXN/mo
Groceries
4,500 MXN/mo
Transport
500 MXN/mo
Est. Monthly Total
21,200 MXN/mo
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Work permits
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Temporary Resident Visa
Duration: 1-4 years
Foreign nationals with proof of income (~2,600 USD/month) or savings
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Temporary Resident Visa (Work Offer)
Duration: 1-4 years, renewable
Foreign workers with a job offer from a Mexican employer
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Visitor Visa (180-day tourist visa)
Duration: Up to 180 days, not renewable
Citizens of many countries enter visa-free for tourism
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
2% – 35%
Social Security (Employee)
0.0165%
Monthly thresholds in MXN. No formal digital nomad visa. Popular nomad destination.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Mexico. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
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Airalo
Mexico eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
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