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Do US citizens need a visa for Mexico?
✓ No — visa-free for 180 days
US passport holders don't need a visa for Mexico.
Enter visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. You'll fill out a short FMM form (free if under 7 days, ~$30 otherwise) on arrival or online.
- Cost
- Free under 7 days · about $30 for longer stays (FMM tourist card)
- Processing
- Stamped on arrival
- Validity
- Up to 180 days
- Passport
- Must be valid for the duration of your stay
- Where to apply
- consulmex.sre.gob.mxReference for the official tourist requirements
What you need to apply
A valid US passport
Card alone is fine for land/sea crossings; passport book required for air
Return ticket and hotel booking
Sometimes asked at immigration
Last verified 1 week ago · by Anika, our visa data steward
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🇲🇽 Govt. of Mexico (official)🇺🇸 US State Dept.Sherpa API
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