The TRUTH About Getting Your Mexican Visa

[@christopherbranski1720]

I achieved residency through regularization (overstayed a tourist permit) at Mexico City for four years. I had to pay 14000 pesos in fees to INM and 6000 pesos to the consultant to help with the forms. I’m freer here than in the US and it was the best 20,000 pesos I ever spent

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome story!!!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us!

[@prettybrwneyez7757]

Exactly!

[@billdaley3476]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Clearly what you're saying here seems to be untrue according to this source. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4imlnxmnsaGf8k

[@robertalexander2478]

Awesome story, I’m so happy for you! Many people here in the states would like to do the same, quick question… does Mexico have a strong passport that allows its citizens to travel abroad freely?

[@christopherbranski1720]

@@robertalexander2478 my understanding is that it is a strong passport, and there’s only two Western nations that require a visa for Mexican citizens to enter: Australia and the U.S.. Canada and the EU? You’re good to go

[@chrisvidal4395]

Been in Mexico for over five years. I lived in a community of local Mexicans who taught me a lesson, do not be paranoid, get an apartment within the community of Mexicans and do not live in the expat community. Blend in, learn the culture and language, have a beer and stay. No one is going to bother you or tell you lies about deportation. It has been more than five years and life has never been greater, I live in la colonia con mi gente, I live in the community with my people. I have never looked back to return to the USA and living here is paradise. Come here, blend in, have a beer and forget everything back home. This is home. Keep up the great work Jose.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@robertalexander2478]

Yes Sir!!!! Great to hear, I totally agree with you, I’m not traveling to be around Americans, I want to learn about the history and culture from the people, I want to eat and drink what they like, I want to learn their language and spend time with them and experience their culture! Any suggestions to villages or small towns close to the pacific side?

[@tomcantwell-uy4sv]

Thankyou Jose, your videos are always interesting. I don't think I will make the move because my children and grand children are here, but it's nice to think about and I get to see what it's like in Mexico. Your videos are nice to watch, thankyou again!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you can live vicariously through my videos! Thank you for sharing!

[@peteranthonyofthefamilybir18]

THANK YOU for your helpful information. I'm a straight,, single dude with professional cosmetology skills. I'm from London England, I'm honest and hard working with leadership qualities. I've legally (grean card) spent 20 years in America, and now 5 years on O'ahu Hawai'i.. and NOW.. having DISCOVERED THE TRUTH ABOUT MEXICO.. I'm NOW highly motivated, and doing my own research, on moving to live in the great country of Mexico - Thanks again for your videos - Many more blessings to you

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing! Glad I could be so much help! Good luck with everything!

[@noway7555]

Thank you for your channel. You give me such encouragement.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You are so welcome!

[@mobbookiesdaughter9071]

Thanks to both of you for taking the time Jose and Christian

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad we could help!

[@landscapeinnovationsdfw3670]

Thanks! You bring a lot to the table. JM

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Your Very welcome!

[@mobbookiesdaughter9071]

Thanks!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you! ❤️

[@lisafarrell6334]

Heading to Acapulco.. Thank you for your video.. love the place.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@mannymexicoadventures9054]

Gracias hermano ! I am in the process of moving to Guanajuato . I am Mexican American, so i already look mexicano and know español.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Plus your family is Mexican! Thats awesome! Congratulations!

[@amandajane28]

Hey Jose! I arrived in Mexico May 30 and have been in Merida since June 4th. I asked for 90 days and got 180. It was easy. My impression after been here for 2 months is that it's relaxed, easygoing, and carefree. Immigration are not roaming the streets looking for foreigners, neither are the police. I only see the police driving around as I live on a fairly busy road near Fraccionamiento del Parque, but other than that they don't bother you. No one bothers you here. People need to stop listening to the scare stories and just come here and see for themselves.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thank you so much for sharing your story! Viva Mexico!

[@twylaingerson5945]

It’s always a good idea in life to get informed first, then make your decisions. Go to official sites for the up-to-date info.

[@davidrogers7742]

I have only had contact with the police at checkpoints around the city and they only glance at the vehicle and wave you past no papers needed they are very friendly.

[@Rhaspun]

I was in GDL the week before. They didn't write anything on my paper. They just waved me through.

[@josecarrillo115]

Great info Tocayo. Love your Channel, I will be moving out there in a few years and I'm hoping to meet you in person..God bless brother 😃

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@ssjrose9641]

We are deffinately moving to Merida! Actually we want to move to progresso. Your videos have helped us and motivated us to do it. I am originally from there but was hesitant to move there.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Congratulations! Welcome back home!

[@mickiethomason1405]

Thank you Jose for all you do to help us. I appreciate you😊😊

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@clayhowellii7387]

Absolute Perfection on putting this video together. Riding around showing the city while talking about Mexico was a great idea! Peace & Love Jose...

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you!

[@davidrogers7742]

I have had 5 FMM's and two TIP's all 180 days Keep up the good work Jose!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@raymondsnavely1117]

straight up info,thank you,looking forward to being in merida area.looking for campgrounds along east coast of mexico,with pop-up camper.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Enjoy the journey!

[@noellopez9502]

Hola Jose, thanks for the video. I just found out that my wife being the child of a Mexican citizen even though my wife is a US citizen is entitled to be a Mexican citizen, since I'm planning to retire to Merida in 3 years is this something that she should get?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yup if her parents are Mexican then she is also entitled to Mexican citizenship. Then once she gets here you qualify to get yours through the family structure method

[@me2752]

Hola Jose, Gracias por la información. In the video you said "' there is no financial requirement to get temp residency" BUT if you check the Mexican Consulate Web page, in Canada they are very clear and specific with the amount of income people has to show for a period of 6 month, I have read comments in here sayind the contrary. I've been in Mexico a few times only for a couple of weeks , now I'm retired considering to live there at least 6 month a year or more at the beginning. Any way I thank you for your Videos, they are very informative, Keep it up. Ps. My mother tonge is Spanish Gracias Amigo, que tengas un buen día y disfruta Mexico !!!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

There are multiple ways in which one can get residency in Mexico check out this video for more information kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnbUZ6Nqgbp_oaM

[@humbertgarcia5679]

Great video bud...I have done the visa run 3times so far no problem what so ever... keep up the great work

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you so much for sharing!

[@davidrogers7742]

It's not a visa run we are just day triping to Belize

[@ivansbaby69]

Jose I love your videos your just so real and honest ty

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@julieignacio5415]

Glad I found your videos!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Welcome aboard!

[@JorgePerez-je2xu]

awsome video!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ExpatCaroline]

Awww, nice tour, interesting topic and you passed right by my street...lol

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Next time wave hello! lol

[@TheEmster2011]

Have you done a video on what if person gets SSD and Medicare?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes I have talked about it in past episodes.

[@RedSpiralHandTV]

I've heard of Canadian and U.S. citizens getting asylum in Mexico and permanent residency for various reasons including mandatory jabs and legal harassment. BTW, did I already say WE LOVE MEXICO?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Viva Mexico!

[@prettybrwneyez7757]

Jose is correct. I pretty much bought my MX residency…no income proving…none of that. Connect with the right people there, have the money, and you’re golden.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thank you for sharing!

[@dj33036]

I need to be pointed in the right direction. I've lived here in Mexico almost 8 years but I don't meet the income requirements. Also I'm 75 years old and have no desire to return to the U.S.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

@@dj33036 if you have a pension or social security you automatically qualify. You can do it all yourself at the immigration office or hire someone to help you.

[@earthmancometh7416]

Hi Jose. Kudos to you, as always, for your great attitude and information. Just to add some details about this from my experience, as I received my Permanent Residency this year, after 4 years of Temporary Residency. The worst experiences I had were with 1 particular (unfortunate) lady at immigration who tried to scare me about getting into trouble with the government when I was trying to get my Work Permit so I could teach at a local English school. Well I got a bit angry because I was there to do the ‘right thing,’ why else would I go to immigration in the first place? Well, within 2-3 minutes her supervisor came out and she quickly changed her tone. At a later visit, I did receive a fine for not updating my home address with immigration. But, that would never have happened except for a vengeful landlord who was trying to evict me because he wanted to open an AirBnB. He told them some nonsense story and they brought me in for questioning. But very quickly, by my character and the answers I gave them, they let me go and never bothered me since. Oh, and getting evicted is an almost impossibility here in Mexico. On my original application at the Mexican consulate back in Florida, they first told me I needed to show $ 3,000/month income for the past 12 months. However, as I wasn’t sure I could provide that, they cut both the amount per month and the time in half… to 6 months at $ 1,500/month. That’s the easiest way for most Americans, Canadians and others to get their Temporary Residency started. All that and my US passport expired in the middle of my stay, to which immigration told me that “you need to renew that as soon as possible…” which I took as an empty threat, since they renewed my residency anyway. Other than that, people in general don’t bother you…everyone is just busy living their lives. My one big piece of advice, which Jose mentions in all his videos, is to move “to” Mexico, to live IN Mexico, with and among Mexicans. Seems obvious, I know, but many ExPats stay to themselves and do everything to recreate their former home Life here in Mexico. Such wasted efforts, for nothing, because Mexico is such a beautiful and FREE place to live. Peace to you, Jose, and all the awakening ones.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing your story! It's so interesting to see that even when having many worse case scenario situations as you were getting your visas and eventual residency that at every turn there was someone there from immigration to help you. You didnt even have a valid passport and they still approved you! Seriously thank you for sharing, I am sure that there are many other people in very similar situations who are terrified of what to do because of all the misinformation out there! Your story is not unique as I'm sure you already know, but sharing it with others is very Unique! Thank you for Sharing! Thank you on behalf of others who will read your comment in the future and be helped by your information! Thank you and CONGRATULATIONS! Viva Mexico!

[@earthmancometh7416]

@@JoseArteagaTravels My pleasure, brother!!! Viva Mexico!

[@twylaingerson5945]

As a teacher, you are of value to Mexico. And thank you for your post!

[@earthmancometh7416]

@@twylaingerson5945 Wow, thank you very much for saying that! I have since started my own school and am partnering with a fellow teacher and friend to grow it. Peace to you.

[@davidrogers7742]

Great info

[@hinthegroove9740]

I’ll end in with Jose as my neighbor, best promoter Mexico could have found.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Jaja Thanks for the kind words!

[@jeffwalker1322]

Then why do Americans get stopped and searched and we have to show our visa when entering Mexico ?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

They don't get stopped by any Mexican authorities unless it is at a check point while you're driving and a driver's license or Passport or any kind of visa is more than plenty. If you are driving you at the very least have a driver's license from any country. When driving it is the only scenario in which anyone will be stopped and asked for ID. You will never be asked while walking around or on your bicycle or anything like that. The reality is that no police officer has any immigration authority and under The Mexican Constitution no authority has any right to ask you for any papers. If one is still too afraid and doesn't believe me, then my advice is to just stay home

[@LunarEclipse-xv8jx]

Hey Jose, I’ve heard other KZbinrs mention the regularization/amnesty program where you can get temp residency with no financial requirements. Have you heard anything on this?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes that is true. You need to check with the appropriate professionals to help you facilitate this process.

[@navymom192]

I received my 4 year temporary because I had visited in 2019 and came here to live in 2020. I live in Ajijic and used ABC legal. No qualifications.

[@Booboonancy]

Yes that’s right. From my understanding, not every state uses the same criteria though. I just left Mexico after 15 months, having used a 6 month extension and then with an expired FMM for 3 months. The fine at the airport was around 680mxn pesos ( $34 usd ) I could have stayed until I qualified ( after Jan 1st, 2023 ) but decided to come to Argentina for now. I plan to return to Mexico and do just that. Basically, if you have an expired FMM, you qualify for a regularización. If you, for example, entered the country before 2021 ( dec 2020 ) and are still living in Mexico in 2022 ( jan 2022 ), you qualify. I don’t know how long INM will allow this because it seems really unfair to those who go through the official process but if you can get it that way, it’s quite a bargain. If you are already in Mexico, just stop by an INM office and see what they say. Mexico City is a good place, imo.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

@@Booboonancy Thank you so much for this valuable information!

[@Booboonancy]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Sure, no problem.

[@laura3619]

Thanks so much for creating this video....yes Mexico is a welcoming country...my American friend lived down there for 20 something years with not papers and he loved it....he made a lot of new friends . Everything country has it's own issues... there's no perfect country.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@twylaingerson5945]

Yes, many people are falling in love with Mexico and its language. A LOT has changed over the past 20:years.

[@daveoatway6126]

I clicked on you video expecting to dislike it - but NO - Good information! I love Oaxaca Mexico - I've been living here as a permanent resident for a year. I bought a house in a nice Mexican neighborhood. All of my friends are Mexican. It is much easier to live here with Mexican friends who can help navigate the paperwork! I feel the exclusion from politics is a benefit!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing and welcome aboard!

[@semechispoteo5869]

0:05 i saw the mormon church

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome!

[@birglindebecker3554]

Do I need to have a certain income to reside in Mex.?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

No you do not

[@suetrublu]

Thanks so much for all your optimism about my imminent escape from the US. Yes, I heard about Assange and quite a few other issues that I'm loving Obrador for. I feel excited to become part of Mexico if they will have me. And yeah, not returning to the US. Looking for good immigration services if you're advising....

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

If you need help you can check out my website to many useful links like immigration services

[@robertpresley6414]

How easy would it be for me to have residency there since I'm married to a Mexican national?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Very easy

[@robertpresley6414]

I've been married to my wife from Mexico for 20 years.

[@robertpresley6414]

One problem that I see is that the more people from America and the like go there, the more costly it will become to reside there. If I retire early later this year, I will be getting a very small amount from social security. But I would at least like to live there six months out of the year in order to avoid winter.

[@thepracticingexpats5851]

Ok Jose I'm so confused now to help you understand us. We can't apply for temporary residency until next year. We are retired and want to travel in Mexico now and find a city that works for us to rent then possibly buy. I've been following KZbinrs for a few years now and was devastated to hear starting about 6 months ago the apparent changes to the tourist visa's and many of them say these changes 1) they say almost 0 chance of 180 days and even refusal for short stays like asking for 30 days and being given like 10 for example. 2) can't leave the country for a day re enter and reset the 180 days. 3) Make sure you have a exit flight booked when you enter or you will be denied. Appoligise for the long winded rant but is there a way to confirm the length of our stay before we are in front of customs. We obviously want to have plans in place before arriving and it seems like it's fly by the seat of your pants. Would love 180 days. Thanks

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Long story short like I was saying in this video. They are not restricting anyone from coming in and out of Mexico. Never have, never will. Each and every day they get more and more relaxed and people are even crossing the border without a passport. You will be fine. Ask for 180 days and you will get it. Simple as that. If you look like a tourist and act like a tourist and ask for 180 days you will get it. There is no reason to be scared, this is not the USA. They are very welcoming and relaxed here in this country. If for whatever reason you get a bad immigration officer asking you for a return flight, you say you dont have one, you will purchase it later. You can also ask to speak to a superior. Again under no circumstance will you be turned away. If any of those horror stories would be true you would see the evidence all over the internet. The only evidence people have is stories and hearsay. At the end of the day if you listened to all the points i made in the video and use common sense you will quickly realize that someone is lying to you. Again if they dont refuse entry to ANY immigrants of any country why would they refuse it to the most coveted and wanted immigrants? My advice to you is plan your trip and live your life. You can come to Mexico now on a 180 day tourist Visa to see and travel Mexico, and if you like it enough you can either A renew your 180 Visa or B prompt yourself to get your temporary or permanent visa. If you do everything right, you should have some sort of residency visa by this time next year and enjoying your morning coffee with a nice sweet Mexican pastry in your new Mexican Home. Good Luck!

[@thepracticingexpats5851]

@@JoseArteagaTravels thank you

[@spoflo]

Se necesita tener un auto para transporte en Mérida o tienen transporte público?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

No es necessario tener un auto. Yo vivi aqui mas de 4 años sin tener un auto. Este auto lo compre hace poco.

[@spoflo]

@@JoseArteagaTravels importante dato Gracias!!

[@chriso3462]

I always ask for 180 days on a travel visa. I have never been denied. It is usually followed up with a few questions of my travel plans. It was a pleasant conversation not an interrogation.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Kitiwake]

Where do you enter?

[@chriso3462]

@@Kitiwake Mexico city or Larado

[@btrflyjohnson3452]

I've seen videos of people that are saying they got arrested and spent days/weeks in Mexico jail for expired permission/visa. Are they lying and just trying to scare people? I want to come stay in Mexico so bad ..maybe a few months or years.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

That is a great question. I have no idea why there are so many people out there spreading misinformation. All the actual information is out there if you look for it. I have talked about it many times and interviewed immigration lawyers and everything but the reality is that many people are led by Fear and no matter what anyone says they will go with FEAR over Facts. This is why I make these videos to help continue to spread the actual truth about what is going on with many issues not just immigration.

[@davidrogers7742]

They are leaving out part of the story where they did something wrong ie working,scamming or selling drugs

[@robryan751]

I just returned from Puerto Vallarta for six months. Talk about feeling safe and just relaxed and the DAY I returned into the states, I encountered violence. lol, no joke.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Welcome back home!

[@amandajane28]

I wanted to make another comment on people getting detained due to overstaying their visas because you always get asked this same question. If you overstay and get caught, and can't afford to pay the fine, then they MAY detain you for a period of time. If you overstay and don't get caught, you just pay a fine at the airport on departure. In Thailand, I've heard of people getting caught on an overstay when they're in the nudie bars. They usually have one too many, get a little rowdy, and are a bit too touchy-feely with the local women. Bangkok police turn up and it's all over. 😂 I've been traveling for 30 years. I've been living overseas for the last 6 years. 5 and a half of those were spent living in Asia. I've been in and out of airports so many times and dealt with so many immigration officers. The majority of the time they don't even ask you any questions and you're done within 60 seconds. They just stamp your passport and want you gone, so they can deal with the next person. If they can see you look fearful they're going to be wanting to know why. If they ask you questions don't be answering with err, umm, and I don't know because they're going to think you're a moron. People need to stop playing scenarios in their heads. Start doing your own research on everything, and if you really want to come to Mexico, then come.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

The thing is that in Mexico there is absolutely NO way for you to get caught if you overstayed your visa or have an expired visa. What I mean is that unless you are traveling through Mexico there is absolutely no place anywhere in which you need to show proof to anyone about anything what your immigration status is. Also if you can not pay you will not be detained. Also Mexico is not Thailand. In other countries they are much more strict with their laws. That is not the case in Mexico. Immigration laws in Mexico are more to apease the international community than anything else. Because again let me remind everyone, under the Mexican Constitution they can not restrict the travel of any persons at any time. If you know your rights there is absolutely nothing to be worried about, and if you are willing to actually follow the immigration laws then you will be rewarded for your efforts and not penalized. As for immigration officers in Mexico and around the world, you are 1000% correct. In fact when I traveled to Cuba I was confronted by an overzealous immigration officer. I demanded to see a superior and was not going to be treated like a criminal for no reason..... and guess what? When the superior came they saw I did nothing except want to visit Cuba and he was apologetic and helpful. I later realized my error in getting upset in a communist country but all that taught me was that we have rights even if they are few in some countries, and unless one stands up for them you wont have them. Anyways sorry about my rant but like you said at the end of the day people are too scared to get off their couch, then maybe its a good idea if they stay on said couch that way they dont have to worry about any immigration issues lol

[@amandajane28]

@@JoseArteagaTravels You didn't rant. I think mine was more of a rant 😆. I was just pointing out there's stricter countries than Mexico and people need to stop being scared.

[@ej1692]

@@JoseArteagaTravels the rules technically might be a certain way, but that doesn’t mean that it plays out like that in every instance. It’s Mexico man. I can totally see some inm officers in and around Quintana Roo be tough and detain someone for overstaying. I don’t think these stories were made up.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

@@ej1692 Any authority in Mexico only has as much Authority as you give them. If you know your rights you can simply evade any corrupt officials trying to take advantage of the misinformed and scared individual.

[@mikecamacho1934]

The US has turned into a police state. I've been happier and been welcomed with open arms by Mexico. Amazing Mexico greatest country on the planet bar non

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Viva Mexico!

[@eduardochavacano]

just hope not too many American drama queens will move to your street and act like Reality show starlets.

[@Boots11]

Great vid,,, How's Christian's heal? healing I hope? (my friend had a similar injury and it took a while),,"I'm free to do what I want any old time" ; Mick Keith Brian Bill and Charlie 65'

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

She's doing a lot better thanks for asking! So far she is healing up fast and already walking around. Looking real good, Thank goodness!

[@mattsams9325]

Do I have to have a passport to drive into Mexico and then return to the US

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

As far as I know you can drive into Mexico without one at some entry points, but to get back into the US you do need a passport or if you don't have one you must apply for an emergency passport. Regardless they can not deny you entry if you are an American Citizen, it's just going to take longer while they get you sorted out.

[@laniwilson2638]

This question may stump you! Is it possible to be a temp resident of more than one country and it this question on the application to become a resident of Mexico? (ie: Canadian w/US residency living in Costa Rica wishing to be a temp res of Mexico) hmmm.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes you should be able to be resident of as many countries as you want.

[@MarcosMartinez-mq3nd]

You can start the process of residency in as many countries as you want to but if you stay out the country for more than 1 or 2 years you will loose the residency so you will end up with just one residency

[@andualemtesfaye1409]

Hello Jose welcome back! Thanks for helpful information bro! I got ma permanent residence, but in my passport I don't have entry and exit. Can get to mexico without problem. Whey don't ask me about entry and exit???please jose

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

All you need is your passport to enter Mexico. If you got your permanent residency abroad then you need to finish the process once you arrive in Mexico. I do not know your exact situation but if you contact an immigration profesional they can guide you to finish your process! Good Luck!

[@andualemtesfaye1409]

Thanks ma bro!!!

[@robertalexander2478]

Shout out to Nomad capitalist, I enjoy his channel as well! Hopefully one day I can join the club!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I hope so too!

[@robertalexander2478]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Lololol, he’s always mentioning 7-8 figure clients, and I’m thinking, well… I could probably do it, Lololol but just like you, a wealth of information!!! Per capita, I think Mexico has some of the best cities, towns, villages, refreshing people and culture, with many beautiful landscapes

[@tomascastillo4676]

As a mexican, there are many beautiful towns for foreigners ti settle down: Cholula, Atlixco, Taxco, Valle de Bravo, Mérida, Campeche, Tonatico, Izamal, etcétera. Low cost and high living Quality.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome! I Agree! Thanks for sharing!

[@jeremyleonbarlow]

I mean Mexico is a hard country to get visa free access for many nationalities, but if you are of a nationality that has visa free access, Mexico allows you to visit for up to 180 days typically and the country has a relatively easy set of requirements to meet to obtain a temporary or permanent residency permit.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Exactly Mexico is very easy to get into

[@Instagamer415]

How much money would you need to start a new life there will $30k be enough

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Depends on who you are but 30k is more than plenty But eventually you will need to create some sort of income a month.

[@jimmey011]

We don't have enough money for residency in Mexico and will be going on a tourist visa. (We are in Canada and really need to get out). We really need more money to support ourselves. We have searched and searched for on line jobs with no luck. So we're down to considering selling products in an 'open air market' as an idea. Would we need a work permit for that ? If anyone has any other money making ideas we would love to hear.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You don't need a work permit for that. Also you can get online "Gigs" like on Fivver or Upwork. There are tons of opportunities to make money online if you look for them. Remember you don't need much to survive out here. Keep doing research and I am sure you will find the solutions you are looking for! Good Luck!

[@jimmey011]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Appreciate your reply Jose and all the great information you put out for everyone of your viewers.

[@mickiethomason1405]

I know I shouldn't be nervous coming to Mexico. Unfortunately I am. Im planning to come to Cozumel hoping to get a 6 month visa. I want to travel in Mexico to see where I want to live. If I only get a 90 day tourist visa can I apply for another tourist Visa before it expires. My goal is to retire there on my $1400 a month social security & live among the people. Not live in an expensive apartment. I plan & want to live among the people & spend money with them.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

If you ask for a 180 Visa you will get one. That is how it works. There is no need to be nervous or scared. Immigration officials in this country are just doing a job. That is it. If you look like a tourist, act like a tourist, and your story is "I want to travel Mexico for 6 months" Then the obvious reaction from the official will be 180 days. It is just so sad to see so many people genuinely scared for no reason. Now to answer your question. YES if for whatever reason your Visa is only for 90 days and you want to stay in Mexico, there are many many many options. First off NO ONE will ever ask you for your visa, if asked for ID at a check point a Drivers License or Passport is plenty. Second an expired visa will only be followed up by a scolding by the official and depending on where you are a fine at most. My advice is that if you dont get 180 days dont worry about it and travel freely and the day you leave Mexico you just go a few hours early to the airport, go to the immigration office and pay the fine for the expired visa. If you do this they will see you are a responsible person and it will bode well. There is no crime for wanting to stay in Mexico longer. Remember Mexico is not a totalitarian government. The other options are you can take a day trip to Belize or Guatemala and renew your visa that way, or pay someone to go to Immigration for you and see if it can get renewed. And lastly I recently heard that they are getting rid of FMM "Tourist Visas" so long story short in the very near future all travelers will get 180 days like it or not. Long story short Mexico is only getting more relaxed and open when it comes to immigration each and every day and anyone out there saying otherwise is straight up lying to you. Hope all that information helps. If you need even more information please feel free to check out my website.

[@BeninMamiWata]

A lot of nations have to apply for visas just to get to Mexico. The application process is certainly not easy. For example appointments are only available for a couple of hours each month and then they are exhausted. Then we get to the appointment and get rejected. So no bro, some of us are not making excuses. We are just dealing with weak passports and trying to travel **legally**.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You are correct about that. I was mainly talking about Canadian and American travelers. But you are right other countries don't share the same privileges. Sorry to hear that and hope you get to make it to Mexico soon!

[@louietheplumber3609]

Be there soon again we love it

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome!

[@mannymexicoadventures9054]

I am walking across the border from Mcallen Texas to Reynosa Mexico to personally get a tourist visit WITHOUT A PASSPORT !!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I think you can only cross the border without a passport by Automobile. Please let us know how it goes!

[@newsnowtexas]

@@JoseArteagaTravels Yes. I am walking across and sending you an update . I am looking at Tuesday morning.

[@philipjanek3864]

I stayed in chiapas from Sept till March and didn't overstay my 180 days. I only was asked for passport and ID when I got internet from telmex and when I rented an apt in San Cristobal. I was harassed when I first landed in Mexico City by one female immigration officer. She said where is your return flight and I told her if I needed one I would use the Wi-Fi across from immigration to book a flight leaving before 6 months. Then an older gentleman came to my rescue and said come down here to a different booth. I told them I was coming to see if I wanted to live in San Cristobal. This other immigration offficer put other not tourist on my fmm and wrote 180 days. No onward flight no problems but I'm still apprehensive about going back because I don't meet the financial requirement and I don't want to waste cash on a ticket to only stay 1 month. Btw I loved it there in the mountain magic pueblo 😆 I kept my rental contract and my bill with telmex was completely paid in full. Do you think I will get harassed at Mexico City Airport if I come back this year?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing! I would look into the comments section. There was someone that might have a solution for you to get your temporary resident visa.

[@melann4065]

What extra requirements do you need being married to a Mexican National? Or is that enough? Do we need bank records. I hate American banks.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

All you need is your New Birth Certificate Apostiled and also proof of Marriage. You might also need a letter saying you have not been married before as well. But long story short it is very easy and straight forward and they only ask for a few pieces of obvious proof to show you guys are married and who you are.

[@melann4065]

I was married once before we were divorced and he has since passed away . I have my divorce papers.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

@@melann4065 Ok sounds good. I would just double check with an immigration profesional to see exactly what it is you need and what steps to take to get your residency. I have links on my website if needed. Good Luck!

[@javierhernandez1390]

Be a decent person. Rich or poor doesn’t matter. No more requirements!

[@rongardiner5397]

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[@JoseArteagaTravels]

OMG I completely forgot to activate that! KZbin already gave it to me! I just added it to the channel and this video! Thank you so much for reminding me to do so I completely forgot! You get a super special thanks for that! Muchas Gracias!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

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[@12rmoreau]

Just looked at residency income requirements on the Mexican Embassy site for Canada...now they want 5500 Canadian income per month which is about 4300 US...not coming down for about 3 years so it will be even higher...sorry my pension isn't that much goodbye Mexico hello Panama i guess

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Those income requirements are for people who choose to just get Permanent Residency without ever stepping foot into Mexico. If you want to qualify come out here a few times, get a few stamps on your passports. Make some friends, while out here on one of those trips visit an Immigration office. You will see right away that you are already qualified for a temporary or permanent visa. Don't listen to all the hype out there about insane qualifications. Those are only for certain people. The majority of immigrants to Mexico have a very modest income. It's more than just income the immigration office is interested in. Long story short if you really want to retire and live in Mexico you can all you have to do is see ALL of your options not just 1 option. Good luck on your retirement search! I'm sure you'll love no matter where you end up!

[@garybigie3178]

I went to the Mexican consulate here in the USA and was shocked to hear how much money they require. I have to show them I make monthly . It is the amount wealthy people in Mexico make.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Going through a Consulate is the most expensive way for anyone to get their residency. If you can afford it go for it, if you can not then i would contact a profesional and see what is the best immigration option for you.

[@suetrublu]

@@JoseArteagaTravels - just trolling here. Are you a relocation service?

[@bobbyjfromtheuk1]

The guy from Tangerene travels is the loudest voice on this. Scared the shit out of everyone.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I had no idea i don't watch other KZbinrs that talk about Mexico. I wonder why so many are spreading the wrong information. Hopefully it was just a mistake. Hopefully other KZbinrs will start correcting themselves instead of doubling down.

[@jpny4750]

@@JoseArteagaTravels - you wrote that “you don’t watch other KZbinrs that talk about Mexico” but the title of this video is “Why is everyone lying to you…”. So whom do you mean by “everyone” if not other KZbinrs?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

@@jpny4750 I mean exactly that, everyone including other KZbinrs. Thanks for watching!

[@andualemtesfaye1409]

I got ma permanent residence while out of mexico

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Congratulations!

[@generald.c.2033]

I'm struck by how narrow the roads are. Drivers beware.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes Mexican architecture in many places was made before cars. These roads were mainly for people and horses. In other places like the north of the city they have huge roads like they do in the USA. I prefer the small more intimate roads

[@DanielGonzalezkyv]

People don’t drive too fast like maniacs like in the us , Mexicans are way more relaxed.

[@robertos782]

@@JoseArteagaTravels you got that right my cousin

[@foobag969]

Have they lifted the mask mandates yet in Mexico?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes a very long time ago. I just live in a part of Mexico where they love to wear their masks. You don't have to, they just chose too. Nothing we can do about it.

[@albertoacosta6788]

You still got the ram 🐏 emblem on the hood sick!

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yeah its not going anywhere!

[@freddinwiddie7882]

I have been following your posts. My freedom is threatened in the U.S. The county I live in is trying to arrest me . I did nothing wrong. My wife went ballistic when I made a figure of speech by stating "I'm gonna kill that dog.". Then she called the cops so I left. Came back the next day to get my id and clothes and she called the cops again. I left. Now I hear they are trying to charge me for felony evading arrest.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Land of the "Free" Good luck on your journey brother

[@freddinwiddie7882]

I have 500.00 and a truck full of mechanic and carpentry tools. I have experience in both. What are my chances?

[@freddinwiddie7882]

Kyle spratt

[@RedSpiralHandTV]

Well, I know we can get a 10 year TIP on our RV when we come down there....I could myself get a temp. resident card but my son could not. So we're both going in on visitor visas and worried about how to re-up that every 6 months...we'd rather not go back to the U.S. for any reason....Guatemala now requires jabs to go there... We don't look hispanic like you do. We've heard of gringos being put in jail for staying beyond their visas... Ya know. I'm freaking 63 so sure don't want that but don't wanna live in fear. YES we want to live in beautiful Mexico with the culture we love so much FOREVER. We will work online and have our own income and wish to be a part of the things that are wonderful about Mexico, not change anything.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

If you can get a temp residency visa then your son will automatically qualify because of the family visa. You can also come on a tourist visa and get your temp out here. But it will be easier if you get it first. Regardless even on a tourist visa you have nothing to worry about. You can drive to Belize or fly out to another country or just stay in Mexico and get your visa situation fixed out here with an immigration lawyer. Hope all that info helps good luck

[@moniqaf]

Mexico let's citizens from a list of countries in without a passport. USA is one of them. I hope to move to Mexico within a year but I'm going to get a passport to get back into USA for visitor visa purposes

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Thanks for sharing that valuable information!

[@davidrogers7742]

Have you name the Dodge yet and you should glue Lambo on the roof

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I think I might be going with Doge1 for now Maybe I should have a naming contest or something .....

[@garyj2101]

Can you own firearms in Mexico? Can you do a video on that?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes you can! But it's a bit more complicated than in the USA

[@curtisharrison424]

And smaller caliber. The largest a private citizen can have is .380. 9mm and up is only for military and police. You also have to go the the National Armory to buy your weapon. The only one is in Mexico City, unless that has changed in the last few years.

[@garyj2101]

@@curtisharrison424 thank you. What about rifles what's the caliber on that?

[@curtisharrison424]

@GaryJ 22 caliber rifle, or a shotgun of any caliber, except those of a barrel length shorter than 25 inches (635mm) and of caliber greater than 12 gauge (. 729" or 18.5 MM).

[@garyj2101]

@@curtisharrison424 thanks

[@paulbucklebuckle4921]

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[@JoseArteagaTravels]

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[@gretchenjohnson696]

My husband is a Mexican citizen we have 3 children and we can't wait to move to Mexico. Im assuming it will be easier for me to get residency bc we are married. However im still gonna have to come back to the U.S. my mom said if she goes to Mexico she will be kidnapped and sold into the sex slave trade😂. I told her she would definitely not be the first choice for that😂😂😂😂

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Yes you and your 3 kids can all become Mexican citizens really easily! good Luck!

[@Teporame]

Slavery was abolished in Mexico since 1824, long before it was abolished in the USA.

[@DanielGonzalezkyv]

Your mom said that out of ignorance!

[@gretchenjohnson696]

@@DanielGonzalezkyv obviously

[@mannymexicoadventures9054]

If you need anything from McAllen, Texas USA, shoot me a mensaje hermano.

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

Awesome thanks!

[@labels7000]

I'm sick of politics that's why I'm researching

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

You can easily disconnect from all that living in Mexico. Good Luck!

[@cachecow]

Can I ask for asylum in Mexico and still keep my Social Security from the US?

[@JoseArteagaTravels]

I have no idea but I would probably think no. You should research that some more. But if I were to take a guess I would if you ask for asylum in Mexico you will probably be forfeiting your Social Security benefits and any other benefit you have. You are not renouncing your citizenship that is a whole other situation there. But I don't think the USA will be very happy with you seeking asylum in another country. This option is more for people who do not have any kind of benefits and are being pursued or targeted by their own government. Hope that helps answer your question.

[@fernandozome1750]

I´ve been renting my house to an American couple for six years , and as far as I know, this couple live and pay my rent of their Social Security. Thank you US, Social Security ! haahaaahaa

[@christopherbranski1720]

Hmm, that’s a good one; there’s a ton of Americans (including me) who are living down here on Social Security/SSDI as temp/permanent residents. It’s perfectly legal to live in Mexico and most other countries with Social Security benefits, but I don’t know if they would continue to pay after being granted asylum as opposed to residency