Mexico•North AmericaTemporary Resident Visa - Dependent
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary residency visa for dependents of temporary resident visa holders. Includes minor children, elderly parents, and other qualifying family members under legal representation.
The Dependent Temporary Resident Visa allows family members of temporary residents to obtain legal residency status tied to the primary visa holder. This includes minor children, elderly parents, and incapacitated adult children.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With at least 6 months validity
Passport photocopy
Copy of personal information page
Passport photos
2-3 recent color photos
Birth certificate
Original or certified copy with apostille
Relationship documentation
Proof of relationship to primary visa holder
Completed visa application form
Properly filled and signed
Sponsor Documents
Sponsor's approved visa or residency card
Copy of primary visa holder's documentation
Sponsor's legal representation document
If dependent is minor or incapacitated
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Advantages
- Family members can accompany resident
- No independent financial requirements
- Tied to primary resident's approval
- Covers multiple qualifying relatives
- Includes minors and elderly
Considerations
- Dependent on sponsor's visa status
- Ends if sponsor leaves Mexico
- Limited to qualifying relationships
- Annual renewal required
- Cannot reside separately from sponsor
Application Process
Sponsor obtains temporary residency
Primary visa holder must have approved temporary resident visa
Gather dependent documentation
Collect birth certificates, relationship proof, dependency documentation
Schedule consulate appointment
Book appointment at Mexican consulate
Submit dependent visa application
Attend interview with relationship and dependency documentation
INM processes application
Immigration authority reviews dependent relationship
Receive visa
Visa issued for entry to Mexico
Register with INM in Mexico
Within 30 days, obtain residence card
Application Forms
Dependent Visa Application
Form ID: Dependent Visa
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