Temporary Resident Visa · Investor
MIGRALAW integrates corporate evidence, consular records, and the exchange process with the INM to demonstrate a genuine, traceable, and consistent investment.
MIGRALAW provides assessment, preparation, and management services. The appointment, visa approval, and admission to Mexico are subject to the discretion of the relevant authorities.
Investment File
Capital. Evidence. Residence.
The distinction that changes the case
Residency through investment in Mexico is obtained by applying for a temporary resident visa under the investor category. The investment must be in place and documented prior to the application. The visa allows the applicant to request entry; it must then be exchanged for a residence card at the INM.
Purchasing real estate does not automatically grant residency either. Real estate ownership can be viewed as a separate consular pathway, with its own eligibility requirements and documentation; it should not be confused with the investor category.
Three Types of Accreditation
It is not enough to demonstrate financial capacity. The evidence must establish a connection between the applicant, the investment, and a business activity in Mexico.
| Assumption | What must be demonstrated | Key evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Share Capital | Foreign national's ownership interest in a Mexican legal entity and the amount actually paid. | A deed, policy, or appropriate corporate certificate that specifies the ownership interest and capital. |
| Fixed Assets | Ownership of personal property or fixed assets used for economic or business purposes. | Document of ownership or title and evidence of its value and business use, in accordance with the official definition. |
| Economic Activity | Actual business operations within the country. | Contracts, service orders, invoices, plans, licenses, permits, or other supporting documentation; the official source also requires proof from the IMSS of the employment of at least three workers. |
The consular office may request additional documentation and evaluates each application and interview on a case-by-case basis.
Reference 2026
$5,378,663.50 MXN
45,850 UMA days × $117.31 MXN
The amount isn't denominated in dollars
For cases that require a specific amount, the official benchmark is more than 45,850 UMA days. Using the daily UMA for 2026, the mathematical result is $5,378,663.50 MXN.
Service Sequence
The value isn't in filling out a form; it's in ensuring that the corporate transaction and the immigration file don't tell different stories.
We compare investment, real estate, creditworthiness, employment, and other possible avenues to avoid making the wrong decision.
We review the company, ownership, capital, assets, economic activity, and available evidence.
We process forms, documents, legalizations or apostilles, translations, and interview transcripts.
The applicant must appear in person. MIGRALAW prepares the application and helps with the interview, but does not intervene inside the consulate.
We provide guidance on how to use the visa and complete the entry registration required to proceed with the exchange.
The application process for the card must be started within 30 calendar days of entering Mexico.
Where a case file is closed
“A costly corporate structure, on its own, does not correct a poorly chosen migration pathway.”
Transparent Responsibilities
MIGRALAW
Applicant
Authority
Consular Exclusion: This service does not include in-person accompaniment, representation, or intervention by MIGRALAW staff inside the embassy or consulate. The government appointment is not for sale; the fees cover the professional service contracted.
+15
years of immigration practice
+8,000
customers served
Migration + Corporate Structure
MIGRALAW operates at the intersection of immigration law, corporate documentation, and business operations. This approach allows us to identify inconsistencies before they come up during an interview or document exchange.
Experience does not replace the decision-making authority of the consulate, the INM, or the immigration authority.
Key Questions
No. Mexico does not grant automatic residency for transferring capital or purchasing property. The investor route requires meeting specific eligibility criteria and first obtaining a temporary resident visa.
Claims involving monetary amounts are expressed in 45,850 UMA days. Based on the daily UMA rate for 2026, the mathematical reference amount is $5,378,663.50 MXN. You must verify this figure and the consulate’s operational criteria before filing your claim.
Not automatically. There is a separate consular process based on ownership of real estate in Mexico, with its own requirements and thresholds. It must be analyzed separately from the investor category.
The standard investor application process begins at a Mexican consular office abroad. The consular office may require proof of legal residence within its jurisdiction.
Not on its own. If the individual will be engaged in paid work in Mexico, the applicable authorization must be reviewed and processed through a separate procedure.
The regulations provide for a processing time of up to 10 business days to decide on a visa application; each consulate may have its own operating procedures and processing times. MIGRALAW has no control over the availability of appointments or the consular decision.
You must apply for a resident card with the INM within 30 calendar days of your arrival. The visa does not replace the card.
Next decision
Please come to the consultation with the following four pieces of information: nationality, country of residence, type of investment, and the current status of the transaction.
We will review whether the case falls under the investor category, the real estate category, or another more efficient immigration pathway.
Official sources consulted
This information is subject to review on a case-by-case basis. It does not constitute a promise of approval, appointment availability, processing time, or entry authorization. Consular offices, the National Institute of Migration, and the authority at the port of entry retain their legal powers. Government fees and third-party services are not included in MIGRALAW’s fees unless expressly confirmed in writing.
